Sales Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading printing business is seeking a Commercial Executive/Estimator to join their team. The role involves ensuring efficient quotes, compliance with quality standards, and training others. The ideal candidate will have print industry experience and a collaborative approach.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Salary sacrifice holiday scheme

Parking at either site

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an estimating team; print industry experience is desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of all estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Continuously review workload to ensure efficiency of quotes produced.
• Work in accordance with company operating and quality procedures.
• Train others in all aspects of the estimating process.

Skills

Estimating

Teamwork

Flexibility

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Tools

Tharstens

Job description

Job Description

Aquilo Recruitment is working in partnership with a market-leading printing business to recruit a commercial executive/estimator to join their growing and established team, with development and growth opportunities.

Key Performance Tasks

1. Continuously review workload throughout the day to ensure efficiency of quotes produced, considering customer priority lists.
2. Review work in progress, raising any anomalies or queries with the commercial and account management teams to ensure the best price is generated.
3. Work in accordance with company operating and quality procedures at all times to ensure compliance with working practices and standards.
4. Carry out projects as instructed, meeting project objectives and deadlines.
5. Perform other duties reasonably related to the general requirements of the post and appropriate to its level of responsibility to contribute to the company's success.
6. Continuously train and train others in all aspects of the estimating process to support individual and team development.
7. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and company policy; maintain safe working conditions, including equipment; identify hazards, and take reasonable care of oneself and others. Ensure all safety devices and protective equipment are used and cooperate with the Health & Safety policy.
8. Comply with the company's Quality and Security policies and procedures.

What we’re looking for in our new Estimator:

• Consistent achievement of estimating targets within specified timescales
• All estimates meet customer and company requirements and quality standards
• Reduction of estimating costs
• Work collaboratively within the estimating team to meet company goals
• Demonstrate flexibility in work approach

Skills:

• Previous experience within an estimating team; print industry experience is desirable
• In-depth knowledge of all estimating processes
• Proficiency with computing systems (experience with Tharstens is desirable)
• Knowledge of company cost centres and codes
• Flexible and adaptable to changing work priorities, remaining calm under pressure
• Helpful and cooperative attitude
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable

• Print industry experience
• Good knowledge of the print market and competitors

What we can offer you:

• A great working environment at either Willerby or Howden site
• 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice holiday scheme to buy up to 5 days per year
• Parking at either site