Estimator

Description

Summary

Brook + Whittle, one of the fastest-growing, sustainable, printing solutions companies, is currently seeking a full-time Estimator. The position will be responsible for performing estimating, quoting and cost analysis processes for Pressure Sensitive Labels, Shrink Sleeves and Flexible Packaging products.

This opportunity is for a self-motivated candidate who is eager to learn, detail-oriented and works well in a team environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Must possess a positive attitude, the ability to work independently, support teammates and exhibit leadership qualities that exemplify Brook & Whittle.
• Prepare estimates and quotes for Pressure Sensitive Labels, Shrink Sleeves and Flexible Packaging Products.
• Ensure estimates are prepared consistently in accordance with established estimating standards.
• Works with a variety of departments to ensure improved speed and accuracy of estimating process and standards.
• Communicate on a recurring basis with members of Operations to understand manufacturing capabilities and impacts of new label design on the business.
• Obtain working understanding of Brook & Whittle's product types, production methods, and operational challenges to better identify risks, and opportunities for the business.
• Work with customers to ensure requirements are met and exceeded.
• Assist in drafting policies and SOPs for the estimating and quoting process.
• Review prior estimates against actual results and compile estimating data to understand win / loss results as well as market-based trends within the data.
• Evaluate pricing from outside vendors to ensure competitiveness with the market price.
• Participate in various training seminars, meetings, and activities to ensure quality of daily service and to improve customer satisfaction and business performance.
• Prepare and maintain various reports as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of work experience in an estimating, analysis role, or similar applicable position
• Knowledge of multiple label printing technologies
• Previous experience/expertise in PSL, Shrink and Heat Transfer production.
• An understanding of cost and finance concepts
• Experienced in computing, analyzing, and interpreting complex data and modeling.
• Knowledge of the printing and packaging industries
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel
• Bachelor's Degree Strongly Desired

Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving aptitude
• Ability to develop productive relationships and communicate effectively with management, peers, plant personnel, suppliers, and customers

Work Environment

• Remote position with occasional travel required.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation details: 55000-65000 Yearly Salary