Quoting Specialist - Caledonia Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Caledonia, MI seeks a Quoting Specialist to join our manufacturing-focused recruiting network. You will analyze customer requests and collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to develop accurate quotes and cost breakdowns.

Join a network that connects top regional manufacturers with skilled professionals, offering growth opportunities in quoting, pricing strategy, and process improvement. Competitive salary and strong regional demand in West Michigan.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quoting or estimating role within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost drivers.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and quoting software.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requests and technical specifications to prepare accurate and competitive quotes.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to gather necessary information for quoting.
• Utilize ERP systems and other software to develop detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals.
• Communicate effectively with customers to clarify requirements, provide updates, and address inquiries.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders while maintaining profitability.
• Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pricing, product information, and customer interactions.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within the quoting function.

Skills

Quoting experience

Analytical / mathematical skills

Read technical drawings

Communication skills

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Quoting software

Job description

Quoting Specialist | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $82,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in quoting specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Quoting Specialists to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Caledonia region seeking Quoting Specialists. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requests and technical specifications to prepare accurate and competitive quotes.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to gather necessary information for quoting.
• Utilize ERP systems and other software to develop detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals.
• Communicate effectively with customers to clarify requirements, provide updates, and address inquiries.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders while maintaining profitability.
• Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pricing, product information, and customer interactions.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within the quoting function.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quoting or estimating role within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost drivers.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and quoting software.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external collaboration.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Estimator, Bid Coordinator, Pricing Specialist, Sales Support Specialist, Proposal Coordinator, Cost Analyst, Quoting Coordinator, Proposal Specialist, Customer Quote Specialist

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.