Print Estimator (POS): Costing & Quotations Expert

Schlemmer (South Africa); England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel proficiency

Cost estimation

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Costing software

Job description

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.