Sales estimator

Sales Estimator Leighton Buzzard Salary IRO GBP35K PA + Benefit Package Major Technical are delighted to be working with their engineering client in Leighton Buzzard assisting them with the recruitment of a skilled Sales Estimator. This would suit an experienced Mechanical Engineer, Production Planner or Sales / Estimating Engineer with CNC Machining knowledge. The successful candidate will produce customer quotations to deadlines, successfully plan machining operation sequences and understand and identify efficient machining methods. Our client manufacture low volume, high quality, tubular and threaded components for various sectors including Aerospace, F1, Oil Gas and Defense industries. This is a crucial role within a growing sales team. This would suit a Sales Estimator, Engineering Sub-contract Buyer / Expeditor, or previously experienced CNC machinist, who is looking for a new challenge in an office environment where they can apply their excellent IT and communication skills into a customer focused role. Responsibilities Receive, review, and reply to Customer RFQ #39;s and their technical queries. Create timely and accurate estimates and quotations from customer enquiries and technical drawings. Liaising with customers over the phone and via email, regarding technical and non-technical questions, providing a client-centric service. Producing quotations to deadlines - estimating all machining, materials, and inspection times for in-house elements and incorporate externally sourced elements such as sub-contract when applicable, developing new and existing supplier relationships. Understand and identify machining methods of manufacture and select accurate cycle times (CNC Turning Boring experience a distinct advantage) Liaise with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to ensure accuracy and feasibility. Experience and Qualities Required Extensive experience within precision engineering is required with extensive knowledge of machine capabilities / machining practices. The ability to read and translate technical drawings is essential. Accuracy and attention to detail is key to success. Computer literacy is essential. Excellent interpersonal, communicative, listening, and negotiation skills. A pride in your work and a keen interest in the company #39;s resulting performance. Loyalty, commitment and drive to enhance the performance of the business. Ability to use own initiative as well as working collaboratively as part of a team. Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise. Package and Benefits: Salary range is dependent on skills, experience, and proven track record. The position is full-time and permanent. The hours are:Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am - 2.30pm but extra hours may be required if required to fulfil your duties. Holidays are 20 days + 8 Bank Holidays + additional Christmas shutdown from midday on the 23rd of December to the 3rd of January each year. NEST Pension Scheme Westfield Health Care Scheme Excellent working conditions and a true team environment. Please apply via the online instructions or contact Helen for more info. HMIND