Estimating Representative

Taylor Corporation; Dayton (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Corporation seeks an Estimating Representative to join our team in the United States. You will quote orders by applying pricing programs and cost models, gathering needed data from distribution, fulfillment and shipping, and calculating accurate selling prices.

You will compute costs with third parties, analyze gross profit, and communicate clearly with internal teams to ensure timely, competitive quotes. Prior experience in estimating is preferred and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated math aptitude and attention to detail.
• Strong Excel proficiency and ability to manage complex data.
• Clear communication and strong organizational skills.
• Post-secondary education preferred; relevant coursework ok.

Responsibilities

• Process quotes quickly based on customer requests, sales, and marketing.
• Apply pricing programs using the costing model and pricing tools.
• Gather information from distribution, kitting, fulfillment and shipping for accurate quotations.
• Compute costs from third parties for products, decoration, subcontracted work, and labor.
• Calculate gross profit and set selling prices.
• Understand product production times and vendor capabilities.
• Resolve questions and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Build relationships with internal departments and vendors to optimize workflows and pricing.
• Perform customer inventory analysis and review replenishment needs.
• Be familiar with applicable shipping rules and international considerations.

Skills

Math aptitude

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Pricing knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Pricing software

Costing model

Job description

Come Work with Us!

Taylor is proud to now offer “DailyPay”. With “DailyPay”, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! https://www.dailypay.com/partners/taylorcorp/

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re in this for the long haul.

Ready to build a career? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity: Taylor Promotional Products is looking for an Estimating Representative to join our team! In this position, you will be assisting our customers by giving accurate quotes and estimates on their orders.

Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities:

• Responsible for quick and efficient processing of quotes based on requests from customers, sales, and marketing.
• Applies pricing programs developed according to the product/sales strategy/and revenue recognition requirements using the costing model and sales tools.
• Collects information for proper quotations from other functions such as distribution, kitting, and fulfillment and shipping.
• Computes cost estimates from 3rd parties for products, decoration, subcontracted work, and labor.
• Computes gross profit percentages and adds to cost estimates to calculate selling prices.
• Knowledge and understanding of the products, production times and vendor capabilities is necessary.
• Resolves questions and problems and refers complex issues to management.
• Builds strong relationships with all internal departments such as distribution, implementation, customer service, and order entry to ensure workflows complement one another.
• Builds strong relationships with vendors to negotiate best solutions and pricing
• Responsible for customer inventory analysis and review for replenishment
• Familiar with international shipping rules, regulations and practices.

You Must Have:

• 2+ years of experience in estimating, quoting, or a related field
• Ability to display a solid mathematical aptitude and attention to detail
• Strong aptitude for Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and organizational skills

We Would Also Prefer:

• Post-secondary education or college degree and general clerical and administrative skills

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.