Printing & Packaging Estimator: Cost & Quotes

Confidential Careers; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers in Rapid City, SD seeks an experienced Estimator to develop accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates by analyzing customer requirements, materials, labor, production, and costs. You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Graphics, Customer Service, and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, researching costs, communicating issues, preparing quotes, and maintaining ESTIMATING data in ERP systems.

Qualifications

• The candidate has 2+ years in Estimating, Accounting, Finance, Cost Analysis, or related field.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to learn ERP, estimating, and layout systems quickly.
• Strong understanding of cost analysis and project management principles.
• Experience with research, data analysis, and estimation methodologies.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with inventory control, planning, and scheduling processes.
• Knowledge of commercial printing and packaging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review estimate requests for completeness and accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify project requirements.
• Research paper, stock, materials, and costs; identify alternatives.
• Advise Sales and Production on issues affecting costs.
• Prepare estimates using project descriptions, quantities, and finishing needs.
• Adjust material quantities and time estimates to ensure accurate pricing.
• Enter estimating data into ERP systems and generate quotes.
• Review and refine estimates to maintain pricing accuracy.
• Provide special instructions to vendors and internal departments as needed.
• Work with Design, Graphics, Customer Service, Sales, and Manufacturing to ensure accurate estimates.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Cost analysis

Project management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Cross-department collaboration

Familiarity with inventory control

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business / Statistics / Industrial Engineering / Finance / Inventory Management)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Confidential Careers in Rapid City, SD seeks an experienced Estimator to develop accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates by analyzing customer requirements, materials, labor, production, and costs. You will collaborate with Sales, Design, Graphics, Customer Service, and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, researching costs, communicating issues, preparing quotes, and maintaining ESTIMATING data in ERP systems.