Quoting Specialist – Grand Haven Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Quoting Specialist for opportunities in the Grand Haven area, MI. The role focuses on building cost breakdowns, submitting quotes, and tracking status with engineering and production teams.

Salary ranges from $59,000 to $89,000 per year, depending on experience. Ideal candidates have strong spreadsheet skills, experience quoting in manufacturing, and the ability to read engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Strong spreadsheet skills for cost models.
• Experience preparing quotes in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Build cost breakdowns for labor, materials, tooling, and freight.
• Submit quotes to customers and track status through follow up.
• Update quoted pricing when drawings or quantities change.
• Maintain a quote log and records of past/pending quotes.
• Coordinate with engineering and production to confirm lead times and feasibility.
• Compare actual job costs to quoted costs after order award.
• Review customer drawings/specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Request material and outside-process pricing from approved suppliers.

Skills

Strong spreadsheet skills

Attention to detail

Clear written and verbal communication

Experience quoting/manufacturing

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

Associate or bachelor degree in engineering or business

Tools

ERP software

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

Quoting Specialist | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

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

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Quoting Specialist opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grand Haven in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Grand Haven area that add Quoting Specialists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Build cost breakdowns for labor, material, tooling, and freight.
• Submit quotes to customers and track their status through follow up.
• Update quoted pricing when drawings or quantities change.
• Maintain a quote log and keep records of past and pending quotes.
• Work with engineering and production to confirm lead times and feasibility.
• Compare actual job costs to quoted costs after order award.
• Review customer drawings and specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Request material and outside process pricing from approved suppliers.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong spreadsheet skills for building and checking cost models.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, or assembly processes.
• Attention to detail and comfort working with numbers under deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with customers and suppliers.
• Experience preparing quotes or estimates in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in purchasing or supply chain.
• Associate or bachelor degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Experience quoting for aerospace, defense, or automotive customers.
• Experience with ERP or quoting software.
• Knowledge of material grades and mill pricing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Estimator, Sales Engineer, Quote Coordinator, Proposal Specialist, Pricing Analyst, Inside Sales Representative, Applications Engineer, Bid Specialist, Estimator, Cost Estimator

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Database Support Estimates Raw Materials ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting CRM Compensation Analytical Skills SAP Manufacturing Specifications Oracle Materials Negotiation Preparation Software Engineering Sales Communication

Salary Package:

$ 59,000.00 - 89,000.00 (US Dollar)