The Corporate Estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the development of accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates on a variety of work as presented by Sales, including complex and unique arrangements requiring the comparison of multiple options to build an appropriate quote/estimate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Receive job specification from Customer Service, Manufacturing, or Sales. Review job specifications and apply knowledge of pricing and manufacturing to ensure that all aspects of the customers project have been addressed and accounted for. Contact Sales to gather missing/incomplete information required to price a job.
- Work independently on best way to produce products. Could work with assigned platform or other platforms within RRD to determine methods of production. May also work with outside vendors to compare and evaluate our assets with outside assets to develop the best pricing scenario.
- Good understanding of and may be considered an expert at specific platform and has a good understanding of other RRD platforms.
- Use pricing systems/software to assist in building pricing scenarios. Consider and make decisions related to appropriate manufacturing equipment groups, platform assets, locations, and schedules to best match the customers delivery requirements and offer the best price option.
- May review historical estimates to determine the new estimate. May make alterations to scenarios to offer customer multiple options.
- Work with manufacturing operations on new or unique opportunities to ensure projects can be produced in house. May engage Sourcing on work that requires outside vendors to produce and establish cost basis.
- Consider other financial implications during estimating to establish desired margins.
- Facilitate the management approvals required for price levels and contract terms.
- Review historical quotes on renewals and update pricing to current costs.
- Perform other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
Required Skills
- Able to consistently apply applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and program objectives when carrying out the duties of the job.
- Must have very good oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively across departments and to explain departmental policy, methods, and/or procedures when completing assignments.
- Must have strong organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines, prioritize workload and make adjustment to meet business needs, and coordinate phases of work with others.
Required Experience
- College degree or equivalent, with minimum 1-3 years of experience in estimation within a print environment
- Requires very good knowledge of the functional area(s) and specific processes related to the job and general administrative/manufacturing operations procedures
ABOUT RRD
At RRD, our people make a difference every day – in production, working with customers, or behind the scenes in a support role. They know how to manage the job and exceed expectations. Founded in 1846, RRD is a global company that employs over 25,000 people in 40 countries across the globe. For a challenging and rewarding career opportunity with an innovative industry leader, consider starting or continuing your career with RRD!
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