Sales Estimator

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Estimator to join their internal sales team. You will produce accurate quotations based on technical requirements, liaising with the technical department and building strong client relationships. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive pay and various benefits, ideal for proactive individuals passionate about technical solutions.

Benefits

KPI Incentive paid monthly

Company Bonus incentive paid quarterly

Company Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Death in Service

Holiday Flex Scheme

EAP

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a technical estimating, sales, or project support role required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer enquiries to assess requirements and determine product solutions.
• Prepare detailed and technically accurate quotations within set timescales.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support sales.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Education

Experience in technical estimating or project support role

Job description

Job Title: Sales Estimator
Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:
Diamond Search Recruitment is proud to represent our client, a well-established and specialist manufacturer. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a technically-minded and detail-oriented Sales Estimator to join their internal sales team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly respected business, supplying bespoke solutions to clients across the UK and internationally. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate and timely quotations based on technical project requirements, supported by an experienced technical department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse customer enquiries to assess requirements and determine accurate product solutions
• Prepare detailed and technically accurate quotations within set timescales
• Revise quotes in line with project changes and ensure updates are recorded and resubmitted
• Record all quote-related activity in the Internal Management System
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support forecasting and conversion rates
• Liaise with the technical team for guidance on best-fit solutions
• Undertake in-depth product training to fully understand core products and their USP s
• Work towards individual and departmental KPIs and sales budgets
• Forward contractual terms to the Installation & Contracts Manager as needed
• Handle and escalate customer complaints appropriately
• Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels, internally and externally

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in a technical estimating, sales, or project support role
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build rapport with clients
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Comfortable working towards KPIs in a fast-paced environment
• IT proficiency and familiarity with CRM or internal management systems

Benefits Include:

• KPI Incentive paid monthly
• Company Bonus incentive paid quarterly
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Death in Service
• Holiday Flex Scheme
• EAP
• Health Cash Plan Scheme

Why Apply?

• Be part of a growing and respected organisation with a strong UK and international presence
• Gain in-depth product training and work with a collaborative technical team
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career development opportunities in a niche and in-demand market

If you are a proactive and driven individual with a passion for technical solutions, apply today through Diamond Search Recruitment!

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.