Estimating/Pricing Specialist

OSI Systems; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Estimating/Pricing Specialist to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for accurately interpreting and estimating sales quotes, ensuring timely management approvals, and coordinating with internal resources to create new parts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life globally while working in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High School degree required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of practical experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and estimate sales quotes accurately and timely.
• Create quote sheets and update costings for customers.
• Coordinate new parts creation and uphold company values.

Skills

Detail-oriented problem solving

Effective communication (verbal and written)

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Education

High School degree

Associate’s degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

OSI Systems companies have a long history of developing innovative solutions to bring a better quality of life to the world. Our OSI Electronics (OSIE) division is a diversified manufacturer of electronic devices and value-added manufacturing services.

We provide our customers with the manufacturing capabilities and purchasing power of a global Electronics Manufacturing Services provider. By delivering regional and personalized support best provided by a smaller company, we strive to build lasting relationships and create close and valued partnerships with our customers. Our singular focus is to help security experts, clinical professionals and high-tech developers solve real-world problems and issues.

Altaflex, a division of OSI Electronics, is seeking an Estimating/Pricing Specialist. Selected individual will be responsible for the successful execution of all inbound quote request/bid proposal work generated by the sales and program management teams. The role will require defining proposal requirements, monitoring and controlling inbound customer quotes through the internal approval process quickly and efficiently. The Estimating/Pricing Specialist will transform inbound inquiries into outbound quotes via order system, coordinate with internal resources/vendors as needed, and finalize the outbound quote for customers via a secure channel to assure compliance with all bid requirements and company business practices. Ideal candidate will be able to multi-task and handle time-sensitive work in a fast-paced work environment and must be proactive and results oriented. Requires “Thinking outside box” skills, with ability to quickly learn and adapt to new processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Quotes – Interpret, analyze, and estimate sales quotes accurately and timely as well as prepare for management approval. Use internal resources, including tools, processes, and people to ensure effective management of quotes.
• Creation of quote sheets for customers.
• Update costings and input variables.
• Calculate yields and margins.
• Calculate labor costs & Build material costs.
• New Parts Creation - Coordinate and initiate process to create new parts numbers.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in business or a related field desired.
• At least one year of practical experience is needed.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Detail oriented problem solver with the ability to multi-task and work independently, efficiently, and effectively.
• Excellent follow-up and follow-through.
• Strong interpersonal skills are needed.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in the business language, English.
• Must be comfortable interfacing with all levels of employees, guests, vendors and team members.
• Must be able to collaborate and work cross-functionally with other departments.
• Ability to read drawings strongly desired.
• Self-motivated, flexible, analytical, and open-minded.