Estimator

Koch Enterprises Family of Companies•Strafford, MO

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator is an integral part of the American Products Sales Team. The Estimator works with the Inside and Outside Sales Team, Engineering, Purchasing and Customer Service to provide accurate estimates for our customers.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret technical documentation correctly (i.e., drawings, BOMs, specifications, etc.)
Microsoft Word – intermediate level
Microsoft Excel – intermediate level
Microsoft PowerPoint – beginner level
Microsoft Outlook – intermediate level, preferred
Requires the interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate with wide variety of internal personnel.
Must be able to interact professionally, appropriately, and courteously with customers, co-workers and other outside parties.
Mechanical/ Electrical aptitude.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
Must be detail oriented, with the ability to successfully follow-through.
stand and walk for extended periods of time
use hands to finger, handle, or feel
reach with hands and arms
talk and hear
lift and /or move up to 25 pounds
close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception
observe safety procedures and use equipment and materials properly
wear safety glasses and steel toe boots

Nice To Haves

Previous estimating experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
3D Modeling, Solid Works, and AutoCad background/experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works with the Sales Team to support proposal submitted, determining scope of proposal, and preparing the estimate.
Reviews and understands all aspects of the Request for Proposal (RFP), if need will talk to sales and/or the customer before beginning estimate.
Obtains all necessary information, specifications, and drawings for the product to be estimated.
Checks the Bill of Material (BOM) for completeness and accuracy of part numbers, quantity, and material used, including type of finish.
Reviews prints submitted by the customer to provide a clear and detailed quote.
Communicates with the customer in a professional manner, in order to complete the needed information package.
Coordinates with other departments within the company to assemble proposal inputs.
Ensures that the proposal deadlines are met.
Prepares the estimate.
Maintains files/records for all related source documents pertaining to product cost.
Performs other duties as assigned