Quoting Specialist - Holland Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Holland, MI is seeking a Quoting Specialist to generate accurate quotations and analyze customer specs. Join a manufacturing-focused team and help drive cost-conscious pricing aligned with engineering, sales, and production.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in quoting or estimating in manufacturing, an Associate's degree, and strong math, communication, and cost-modeling skills. CRM/ERP familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business, Finance, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years experience in a quoting, estimating, or sales support role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and experience with cost modeling and pricing strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with sales, engineering, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate and timely price quotations for manufactured products.
• Analyze customer specifications and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and production teams to ensure quote accuracy.
• Maintain and update pricing databases and quoting tools.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose alternative solutions.
• Prepare detailed proposals and supporting documentation for customer review.
• Track and report on quoting activity and win/loss rates.

Skills

Quoting experience

Reading drawings

Cost modeling

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Associate's degree in Business/Finance or related field

Tools

CRM software

ERP systems

Drawing interpretation

Sales methodologies certification

Job description

Quoting Specialist | Holland, MI

Salary Range: $51,000 - $81,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in quoting specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Holland seeking experienced Quoting Specialists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Holland that are adding Quoting Specialists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate accurate and timely price quotations for manufactured products.
• Analyze customer specifications and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and production teams to ensure quote accuracy.
• Maintain and update pricing databases and quoting tools.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose alternative solutions.
• Prepare detailed proposals and supporting documentation for customer review.
• Track and report on quoting activity and win/loss rates.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business, Finance, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years experience in a quoting, estimating, or sales support role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and experience with cost modeling and pricing strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with sales, engineering, and production teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) for tracking quotes and customer interactions.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for accessing product data, pricing, and inventory.
• Ability to interpret basic technical drawings or blueprints to understand product specifications.
• Strong negotiation skills for discussing pricing and terms with sales teams and customers.
• Certification in relevant software or sales methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quotation Specialist, Pricing Specialist, Estimator, Sales Support Specialist, Proposal Coordinator, Bid Coordinator, Cost Analyst, Contracts Administrator, Commercial Analyst

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.