Cost Estimator I
About The Position
Vulcan Industries has been providing merchandising display solutions for over 70 years. We take pride in our diverse customer base which includes some of the world’s best known retailers and brand marketers. With domestic and off-shore manufacturing, as well as sales offices in key markets across the country, we offer global solutions in today’s global economy.Job SummaryThe estimator is responsible for preparing and maintaining accurate cost estimates for products manufactured by Vulcan Industries. This role supports sales representatives and internal managers by reviewing rough and detail sketches, engineering drawings, photographs, renderings and physical samples to determine material requirements and fabrication methods. The estimator prepares bills of material, obtains pricing from vendors, calculates labor requirements for manufacturing, assembly, packaging, and shipping, and enters all data into the company’s estimating system. Completed estimates are compiled into reports for engineering and sales review, approval and markup.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience in an administrative or customer service role.
- Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office to create reports, correspondence and build spreadsheets.
- Strong mathematic skills with the ability to calculate markups and selling price.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and confidently with customers, both internal and external
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches and specifications.
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Preparing estimated bill of material (BOM) and labor cost estimate
- Communicating effectively with engineering, sales personnel and external vendors
- Entering accurate information into computer
- Reporting to work regularly and on time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
