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My client, an established leading manufacturer of components and assemblies for aerospace, petrochemical and general industrial markets, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Sales Estimator / Proposals Engineer to join their Commercial / Sales Team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and review Purchase Order Requisitions from Customers
- Prepare estimates from client's enquiry packages for review and pricing by the Proposals Manager.
- Review client specifications & Prepare quotations
- Liaise with manufacturing departments in the process of preparing bid documents
- Liaise between departments and suppliers
- Ensure you work safely throughout all activities in line with the company's safety standards and procedures
- Review and analyse client requests for proposals (RFPs) and specifications to determine project requirements
- Collaborate with engineering, sales, project management, and other internal teams to gather necessary information for proposal development
- Develop detailed and accurate technical and commercial proposals, including scope of work, cost estimates, schedules, and project plans
- Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and industry standards in all proposals
- Prepare and present proposal documents and presentations to clients, as required
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape, and technical advancements
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain necessary quotations and technical data
- Manage multiple proposal projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and submission
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous experience working in estimating and/or sales, ideally within an industrial engineering and/or manufacturing sector
- The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Have a good understanding of Welds, Fabrication and Stainless Alloys
- Previous fabrication / welding experience would be highly desirable
- Strong organisation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of business, both internally and externally
