Strategic Quoting Specialist in Manufacturing

the-pivot-group-careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network, based in Spring Lake, MI, seeks a Quoting Specialist to prepare accurate quotes for standard and custom products and to collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams. The role requires strong cost analysis, attention to detail, and proficiency with ERP/CRM systems for pricing and proposals.

You will analyze customer specifications, leverage quoting software, and negotiate pricing to secure profitable orders while maintaining excellent customer relationships.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a quoting, estimating, or sales support role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for cost calculation and margin analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with internal teams and external customers.
• Experience with ERP/CRM systems and quoting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely quotes for standard and custom products.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to gather necessary information for quotes.
• Analyze customer specifications and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems and quoting software to generate pricing and proposals.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders while maintaining profitability.
• Maintain and update a database of pricing, product information, and customer records.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within the quoting process.

Skills

Quoting experience

Analytical skills

Communication

ERP/CRM proficiency

Blueprint interpretation

Cost calculation

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Quoting software

Job description

The Pivot Group Network, based in Spring Lake, MI, seeks a Quoting Specialist to prepare accurate quotes for standard and custom products and to collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams. The role requires strong cost analysis, attention to detail, and proficiency with ERP/CRM systems for pricing and proposals.

You will analyze customer specifications, leverage quoting software, and negotiate pricing to secure profitable orders while maintaining excellent customer relationships.