Strategic Quotation & Purchasing Specialist (Manufacturing)

United Staffing Associates; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

United Staffing Associates is recruiting on behalf of an established manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented Quotation & Purchasing Specialist to support its quoting and purchasing processes.

This role involves preparing accurate customer quotes by reviewing drawings, BOMs, and supplier pricing, with strong Excel proficiency and meticulous record-keeping. It is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term placement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong numerical skills and comfort working with fractions, percentages, ratios, measurements, and basic technical calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to research parts, pricing, and availability using online resources.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work accurately while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Dependable with consistent attendance.
• Previous experience in manufacturing quoting, estimating, purchasing, electronics manufacturing, assembly operations, or a related field is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review customer and sales requests for quotes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, prints, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Determine whether quote requests involve new products, rebuilds, or revisions.
• Identify changes in customer specifications or manufacturing requirements.
• Research component availability, lead times, and pricing.
• Obtain and compare pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Verify manufacturer part numbers, quantities, specifications, and tolerances.
• Estimate assembly time in coordination with manufacturing and scheduling teams.
• Compile completed quote information for review by the sales team.
• Maintain accurate quote files and supporting documentation.
• Assist with purchasing-related research and supplier information as needed.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

United Staffing Associates is recruiting on behalf of an established manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented Quotation & Purchasing Specialist to support its quoting and purchasing processes.

This role involves preparing accurate customer quotes by reviewing drawings, BOMs, and supplier pricing, with strong Excel proficiency and meticulous record-keeping. It is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term placement.