Estimator & Buyer for Creative Retail Fixtures

Straco Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturing specialist in Greater London is looking for an Estimator / Buyer to join their team. The role involves managing costing schedules, preparing RFQs, and collaborating with designers to ensure efficient and cost-effective solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in estimating and purchasing within a similar industry, and be able to engage effectively with suppliers and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, purchasing, and value engineering.
• Knowledge of costing methods and market expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage costing and enquiry schedule.
• Attend meetings to understand market expectations.
• Analyze concept designs for cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare costing sheets for sign-off.
• Create cost estimates using in-house software.
• Make prompt buy decisions with management.
• Prepare and send RFQs to suppliers.
• Value engineer designs to maximize profitability.

Job description

A leading design and manufacturing specialist in Greater London is looking for an Estimator / Buyer to join their team. The role involves managing costing schedules, preparing RFQs, and collaborating with designers to ensure efficient and cost-effective solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in estimating and purchasing within a similar industry, and be able to engage effectively with suppliers and technical teams.