Technical Sales Estimator

Technical Sales Estimator Salary/Rate £38000 - £41000/annum Hours of work: Mon -thurs 07:15 - 4:30pm Fri 07:15-12:15pm Technical Estimator Benefits: Bonuses available Holidays 30 days per year plus bank holidays The Technical Estimator Role: The Technical Sales Estimator will have a great understanding of engineering and fabrication with the ability to read and work to complex engineering drawings. Experience in sales and estimating in a subcontract manufacturing environment is a must, mainly in the following areas: laser cutting, folding, welding & fabrication. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills are required, along with being competent on basic PC packages and programs. Experience with an MRP/ERP system will be advantageous. Full training will be given on current systems and processes. Daily duties will include: * Preparing cost budgets and estimates for new contracts. * Maintaining and improving current customer contracts and relationships, whilst also developing new ones. * Adhering to company standards and guidelines when analysing and providing estimations; focus on maximising profit and customer satisfaction, while minimising any potential risks to the company. * Working closely with management to help with development, innovation, and creativity on client projects. * Keeping detailed records of all estimation documentation, including site assessments and contract terms; update any existing contracts immediately upon agreement of new terms with clients. * Preparing and submitting financial documents when required. * Balancing multiple proposals and estimations at once, ensuring each reaches the client by the deadline. * Liaising with other company departments to maintain business development and continuously innovate new profitable outcomes. This will include being part of production meetings when required. * Attending weekly sales meetings with the sales manager to set achievable targets and goals. * Visiting customers when required to generate new business and keep relationships between parties. The successful candidate will receive full product and on-going training and will join a motivated sales team with a proven track record in meeting and exceeding targets. Technical Estimator Skills and Qualifications: * Experience in the Industry * Ability to work in a team environment * A keen eye for detail * Strong Customer-Facing Skills * Sales, Customer Service * Self-Management * Initiative * Ability to Manage Workloads * Timely * Self-Motivating * Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills * Problem Solving * Strong Math Skills * Networking * Valid Driver's License * Ability to Visit Client Sites