Print Estimator

Sandy Alexander; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Alexander is seeking an experienced estimator in New Jersey to handle high-volume cost opportunities across clients, partners, and suppliers. You will analyze project specs, craft time, material, and labor estimates, and select cost-efficient production methods that maximize equipment and manufacturing capabilities.

You will prepare estimates using the MIS system, obtain vendor quotes, and coordinate with internal manufacturing supervisors to refine and finalize comprehensive budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in estimating or project planning in the print industry.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and follow-up skills.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Execute a high volume of estimates while interacting with clients, partners, vendors, suppliers and internal resources.
• Analyze project specifications and prepare cost estimates for time, cost, materials and labor.
• Evaluate methods for producing a job to provide quotes that maximize equipment and manufacturing capabilities.
• Suggest production techniques or materials to lower costs and communicate with sales.
• Prepare estimates using our MIS system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Obtain vendor quotes for estimating and purchasing per guidelines.
• Consult with internal supervisors, outside resources and suppliers to produce a comprehensive estimate.
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes.
• Review estimates with management when necessary.
• Keep management apprised of workload and status of estimates.
• Adhere to Sandy Alexander’s quality, environmental policies and safety rules.
• Complete and maintain checklists, paperwork, records, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Estimating

Project planning

Print industry experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for executing a high volume of estimates while interacting and communicating with the clients, partners, vendors, suppliers, and internal resources.
• Analyze project specifications and prepare cost estimates for time, cost, materials, and labor. Evaluate all methods available for producing a job and provide quotes that best utilize our equipment and manufacturing capabilities.
• Offer suggestions regarding production techniques or materials to lower costs and/or, for improving job quality and communicate with sales.
• Prepare estimates, using our MIS system, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Obtains vendor quotes for use in estimating and cost-effective purchasing, in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Consult with internal manufacturing supervisors, outside resources and suppliers to produce a comprehensive estimate (when applicable).
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes.
• Review estimates with management when necessary or as requested.
• Keep management apprised of workload and the status of estimates.
• Performs any other responsibilities that management identifies for this position.
• Adhere to Sandy Alexander’s quality and environmental policies, procedures, goals, and objectives and comply with all safety and work rules when performing duties.
• Complete and maintain all required checklists, paperwork, records, documents, etc. and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 year of experience in Estimating or Project Planning in the Print Industry
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess good analytical and follow-up skills.
• Strong organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.