Quoting Specialist – Manistee Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is seeking a Quoting Specialist to support manufacturers in the Manistee area. You will collaborate with engineering and production to develop accurate cost quotes, manage quote logs, and update pricing as drawings or quantities change.

Required qualifications include strong cost estimation skills, ERP/quoting software experience, and the ability to read engineering drawings. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

ERP

Quoting

Cost Estimation

Pricing

Manufacturing

Excel

CRM

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Database knowledge

Job description

Job Description:

Quoting Specialist | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 – $85,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a quoting specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Manistee area seeking experienced Quoting Specialists to strengthen their teams.

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 Manistee in Manistee County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Filer City, Frankfort, Elberta, and Kaleva.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Manistee area seeking Quoting Specialists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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

• 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.
• Background in purchasing or supply chain.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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. Our focus is on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Supply Chain Access Support Estimates Calculations Operations ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting CRM Compensation Supply SAP Manufacturing Specifications Excel Databases Oracle Preparation Accounting Documentation Engineering Project Management Microsoft Office Sales Management

Salary Package:

$ 55,000.00 – 85,000.00 (US Dollar)