Sales & Estimator

HR Employment Bureau Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Employment Bureau Ltd. is seeking a Sales & Estimator with precision engineering experience to convert drawings and inquiries into accurate, competitive quotations in Nottingham.

You will review drawings, develop methods and times, source subcontract prices and prepare quotations, working with Engineering, Operations and Purchasing to validate costs and capacity. The role emphasizes cost accuracy, strong communication, and building profitable opportunities with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC milling and turning.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong costing and commercial mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing drawings, specs and customer requirements.
• Developing manufacturing methods, material needs and machining times.
• Sourcing and negotiating prices for subcontract processes.
• Preparing accurate quotations and following up on opportunities.
• Collaborating with Engineering, Operations and Purchasing to confirm costs and capacity.
• Maintaining ERP records for customers and suppliers.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

Engineering drawings

Communication skills

Costing

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Hours: 39 hours per week, with an early finish on Fridays

Do you understand how CNC machined components are manufactured and costed? Can you turn engineering drawings and customer enquiries into accurate, competitive quotations?We're looking for a Sales & Estimator with experience in precision engineering to help secure profitable work, identify new opportunities and build strong customer relationships.

What will you be doing?

• Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Developing manufacturing methods, material requirements and estimated machining times.
• Sourcing and negotiating prices for subcontract processes.
• Preparing accurate quotations and following up on opportunities.
• Working closely with Engineering, Operations and Purchasing to confirm costs, capability and capacity.
• Keeping customer and supplier records up to date on the ERP system.

What are we looking for?

• Essential experience with CNC milled and turned components.
• A solid understanding of manufacturing processes and costs.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• An organised, proactive approach with a commercial mindset.

What's on offer?

• £38,000 salary.
• A 39-hour working week.
• An early finish every Friday.

If you have the technical knowledge to estimate accurately and the commercial skills to help turn enquiries into profitable business, this could be your next move.

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