Print Estimator: Cost-Savvy Quotes for Production

TEXO Recruitment; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TEXO Recruitment in Cramlington is seeking an experienced Print Estimator to join a growing print business. You will prepare accurate quotations, review briefs, and calculate material, production and finishing costs to deliver competitive estimates.

The role requires strong knowledge of print processes (digital and lithographic), excellent numeracy, detailed commercial awareness and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Print Estimator or in a similar print-based commercial role.
• Strong knowledge of print processes and production methods.
• Understanding of digital and/or lithographic print.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical skills.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Confident communication skills when dealing with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and IT skills.
• A proactive and commercially focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quotations and estimates for print projects.
• Review customer briefs, artwork and specifications.
• Calculate material, production and finishing costs.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Work closely with sales and production teams.
• Manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Identify the most cost-effective production methods.
• Ensure quotations are accurate and commercially viable.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Print estimating

Numerical skills

Commercial awareness

Customer liaising

Supplier liaison

Deadline driven

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Tools

IT systems

Job description

TEXO Recruitment in Cramlington is seeking an experienced Print Estimator to join a growing print business. You will prepare accurate quotations, review briefs, and calculate material, production and finishing costs to deliver competitive estimates.

The role requires strong knowledge of print processes (digital and lithographic), excellent numeracy, detailed commercial awareness and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.