Quoting & Estimating Specialist — Manufacturing

the-pivot-group-careers; Georgetown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Jenison, MI is seeking a Quoting Specialist to join a manufacturing-focused network. You will prepare quotes for standard and custom products, collaborating with sales, engineering, and production to gather required information.

You will analyze customer specs and blueprints to estimate material and labor costs, use ERP/MRP and quoting software, and negotiate pricing to secure orders while protecting profitability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a quoting or estimating role within manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong math skills to calculate costs, margins, and lead times.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for internal and customer interaction.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely quotes for standard and custom products.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to gather information.
• Analyze customer specs and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
• Use ERP and quoting software to generate pricing and proposals.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to secure orders while maintaining profitability.
• Maintain a database of quotes, pricing, and customer information.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and process improvements in quoting.
• Respond to inquiries regarding quotes and product availability.

Skills

Quotes / Estimating

Blueprint interpretation

Cost analysis

Negotiation

ERP/MRP systems

Excel proficiency

Multi-quote management

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Jenison, MI is seeking a Quoting Specialist to join a manufacturing-focused network. You will prepare quotes for standard and custom products, collaborating with sales, engineering, and production to gather required information.

You will analyze customer specs and blueprints to estimate material and labor costs, use ERP/MRP and quoting software, and negotiate pricing to secure orders while protecting profitability.