Print Estimator (POS)

Schlemmer (South Africa); England; Sur place; GBP 28 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Schlemmer is seeking an experienced Print Estimator (POS) to join our team in the UK. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates and quotations for print and POS manufacturing, analysing briefs, and calculating material, machine time, labour, and delivery costs.

You will assess substrates, finishing techniques and production methods, review supplier quotations, and ensure estimates align with pricing structures and gross margin requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience with print estimation, print production, or related manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost analysis.

Responsabilités

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotations for print and POS manufacturing projects.
• Analyse customer briefs, job specifications, and artwork to determine project requirements.
• Calculate material consumption, printing costs, machine time, labour, finishing, packaging and delivery costs.
• Assess printing processes, substrates, finishing techniques and production methods.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for outsourced processes and materials.
• Ensure estimates align with pricing structures, mark-ups and gross profit margins.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend efficient production methods.
• Liaise with sales, design, procurement, production planning and production teams to clarify job requirements.
• Identify costing discrepancies and risks before quotations are finalised.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and quotation documentation.
• Ensure quotations are completed accurately and submitted within required turnaround times.
• Review actual job costs against estimates and identify improvement areas.

Connaissances

Numerical skills

Excel proficiency

Cost estimation

Analytical thinking

Formation

Degree or Diploma

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Costing software

Description du poste

ABOUT THIS ROLE

A well-established organisation is looking for an experienced Print Estimator (POS) to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotations for print and Point of Sale (POS) manufacturing projects. This role requires a strong understanding of print production processes, excellent numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure while meeting strict deadlines.

Knowledge of corrugated board, plastic and metal work would be an added advantage.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotations for print and POS manufacturing projects.
• Analyse customer briefs, job specifications, technical drawings and artwork to determine project requirements.
• Calculate material consumption, printing costs, machine time, labour, finishing, assembly, packaging and delivery costs.
• Assess printing processes, substrates, finishing techniques and production methods.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for outsourced processes and materials.
• Ensure estimates align with company pricing structures, approved mark-ups and gross profit margin requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend efficient production methods.
• Liaise with sales, structural design, procurement, production planning and production teams to clarify job requirements.
• Identify costing discrepancies, production risks and missing information before quotations are finalised.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, costing sheets and quotation documentation.
• Ensure quotations are completed accurately and submitted within required turnaround times.
• Review actual job costs against estimates and assist with identifying areas for improvement.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Relevant degree or diploma.
• Previous experience in print estimating, print production or a related manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of printing processes, substrates, finishing techniques and production costing.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of corrugated board, plastic and metal work would be advantageous.

If you have a strong understanding of print production and enjoy working with numbers, costing and project specifications, we would love to hear from you!