Estimator

Principle•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Principle is an international brand implementation company; we bring global brands to life in any environment, anywhere in the world. Brand implementation and corporate identity roll out is a complicated job, we work with businesses to ensure their brand is delivered consistently by expertly providing consultancy, audit and project management, fit-out, signs and wayfinding, graphics, interiors, financing and regular maintenance. All our employees work in an environment where they are actively encouraged to maintain and improve our standards, to pursue new ideas and new ways to work. We focus on looking forward and harnessing the energy of those who want to build their career by thinking outside the box. Our people make us unique; the way we work; our thinking; our service. Purpose of the Role To aid the Director of Operations Manager with Estimating activities. Using a combination of industry experience and data gathered through administration of RFP sourcing events, this individual will play a key role in growing the business and enhancing margins.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, technical field preferred.
Minimum 5 years of Manufacturing experience required.
Minimum 5 years of Signage Industry experience required.
Full proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel.
Experience with RFP/RFI processes and vendor selection
Ability to perform cost/price analysis and evaluate supplier proposals.

Nice To Haves

Direct Estimating experience preferred.
Experience with an outsourced sourcing model preferred.
Experience in identifying and implementing estimating software desired.

Responsibilities

Work with cross-functional team to create RFP (Request for Proposal) packages from customer requirements and supporting specifications.
Lead RFP events end to end, inclusive of direct supplier engagement, negotiation, pricing capture, and review & analysis.
Utilize industry knowledge and experience to provide High Level estimates based on a limited amount of information and lead time.
Aggregation of supplier data into Estimating Tools to ensure all requirements are satisfied, all costs are sufficiently accounted for, and all risks mitigated.
Provide analytical Estimate summaries to stakeholders, to aid in price setting.
Configure client facing submittal documents and internal reports.
Maintain databases and archival records while looking for trends and impactful insights.
Act as a liaison between departments to ensure alignment.
Facilitate regular meetings and status updates.
Ensures smooth transfer from Estimating to Release to Production upon award.
Provide feedback to 360 Supply Partners while supporting and enhancing working relationships.
Special projects as assigned.