Quoting Specialist - Manufacturing Cost Estimator

Electrical Components Internationalholdings Company; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Components International is seeking an entry-level Quoting Specialist to support the MRG team in Foxborough, MA. The role focuses on helping with customer quotes, handling account documentation, and ensuring clear communication between internal teams and clients.

This on-site position reports to the Inside Sales Manager. Ideal candidates will have strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimation, quoting, or technical sales within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data entry and order processing.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency in quote and account management workflows.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to gather information for quote preparation.
• Develop detailed quotes including labor, materials, tooling, and overhead costs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, lead times, and availability.
• Assist sales and business development teams in presenting proposals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials to optimize cost.
• Analyze historical data to refine cost models and improve quoting accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quoting

Technical sales

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Technical drawings interpretation

Systems proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Cost modeling tools

Job description

Electrical Components International is seeking an entry-level Quoting Specialist to support the MRG team in Foxborough, MA. The role focuses on helping with customer quotes, handling account documentation, and ensuring clear communication between internal teams and clients.

This on-site position reports to the Inside Sales Manager. Ideal candidates will have strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.