Strategic Cost Estimator & Sales Admin

Magna International; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors seeks a cost estimator to develop complex cost estimates and provide supporting rationale for management and customers. The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to produce accurate quotes and improve estimating methods.

The candidate will prepare estimates based on Bills of Material, drawings, and customer specs, ensuring content completeness and timely delivery for quotes and proposals. Strong communication and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related cost estimation/sales administration experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, oral and written communication skills, and strong customer service orientation.
• Experience presenting to customers and management; proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel and meet tight deadlines; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex and unique cost estimates with supporting rationale for management and customers.
• Coordinate input from Engineering, Purchasing and Manufacturing for quotes; maintain accuracy.
• Prepare cost estimates using Bills of Material, sketches and descriptions; ensure content completeness.
• Analyze data from previous awards to improve current estimates and drive manufacturing improvements.
• Input contract pricing and assist in proposal development and negotiations.

Skills

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office

Customer service

Presentations

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Magna Exteriors seeks a cost estimator to develop complex cost estimates and provide supporting rationale for management and customers. The role collaborates with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to produce accurate quotes and improve estimating methods.

The candidate will prepare estimates based on Bills of Material, drawings, and customer specs, ensuring content completeness and timely delivery for quotes and proposals. Strong communication and travel readiness are required.