Strategic Material Estimator & Cost Analyst

Zentech; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Zentech in Bloomington, IL seeks a Material Estimator to review material needs for quotes and to obtain competitive quotations. The role involves creating a complete costed bill of materials to set standard costs for formal price quotations.

You will collaborate with engineering and buyers, review vendor pricing, assess lead times and lifecycle status, and ensure accurate, competitive material estimates for multiple projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and math.
• Detail-oriented with multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Review material needs for quote opportunities.
• Obtain competitive price quotations for various projects.
• Create a costed bill of materials for price quotations.
• Use quoting software to obtain and review vendor pricing information.
• Understand project requirements and key cost variables.
• Obtain and review supplier quotes and perform risk analysis.
• Select winning bids and establish material estimates and standards.
• Communicate pricing issues and special conditions.
• Build relationships with key suppliers and collaborate with engineering and buyers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Math skills

Multitasking

Vendor pricing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Zentech in Bloomington, IL seeks a Material Estimator to review material needs for quotes and to obtain competitive quotations. The role involves creating a complete costed bill of materials to set standard costs for formal price quotations.

You will collaborate with engineering and buyers, review vendor pricing, assess lead times and lifecycle status, and ensure accurate, competitive material estimates for multiple projects.