Estimating Support

Flex; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking an Estimating Support in Des Moines, IA to assist the Estimating Team with data entry, BOM pricing validation, and vendor price requests. The role emphasizes accuracy and organization, with growth opportunities in Project Estimating.

A high school diploma and proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office are required. The position offers an on-site role with a collaborative, inclusive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office such as Word and Excel, and the ability to edit pdf files.
• Proficient computer and office equipment skills including experience using copiers/scanning machines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills, detail oriented, and a high level of accuracy is required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Data entry for estimating with a high level of accuracy.
• Enter part numbers from BOM to validate pricing for customer bids.
• Send out requests for pricing to vendors.
• Update pricing in BOM.
• Accurately scan and file an assortment of documents and folders.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Independence

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PDF editing

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Estimating Support located in Des Moines, Iowa .
Reporting to the Estimating Manager the Estimating Support will work with the Estimating Team with data entry of our proposal information. Growth opportunities in Project Estimating if you desire to learn and take initiative.

What a typical day looks like:

• Support the Estimating Department with data entry with a high level of accuracy.
• Entry of part numbers from Bill of Materials (BOM) to validate pricing for customer bids.
• Send out requests for pricing to vendors.
• Update pricing in our Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Accurately scan and file an assortment of documents and folders.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office such as Word and Excel, and the ability to edit pdf files.
• Proficient computer and office equipment skills including experience using copiers/scanning machines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills, detail oriented, and a high level of accuracy is required.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).