Senior Estimator

Résumé du poste

Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for print production while collaborating with Sales and Client Services to identify cost-effective solutions. Provide guidance and coaching to the estimating team and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers.

Détails du poste

SENIOR ESTIMATOR Department: Finance Reports to: General Business Manager We are currently looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team. This role plays a key part in supporting our Sales and Client Services teams by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates across all areas of the business. The Senior Estimator will bring a strong understanding of production processes, costing, and supplier relationships, while also providing guidance and support to members of the estimating team. This is a collaborative role that works closely with multiple departments to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in our estimating practices. ---------------------------------------- WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING * Prepare detailed cost estimates based on job specifications provided by Sales, Client Services, and leadership * Review and interpret RFQs, working with internal teams to clarify requirements as needed * Collaborate with Sales and Client Services to identify cost-effective solutions and provide recommendations to clients * Price production work using established estimating criteria, and support pricing for non-standard work in collaboration with leadership * Source materials and services, including obtaining pricing and timelines from external suppliers * Maintain and update pricing structures, supplier information, and estimating data to ensure consistency and accuracy * Work with internal teams (Business Analyst, Production, etc.) to ensure estimating systems reflect current equipment, speeds, and capabilities * Monitor estimated vs. actual job costs and support continuous improvement initiatives * Provide guidance and coaching to Estimating team members * Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable delivery * Support proposal development to ensure completeness and accuracy * Maintain organized records of estimates and proposals for future reference ---------------------------------------- WHAT YOU BRING * Experience in estimating, within the print industry (required) * Knowledge of print production processes (press, bindery, graphics) is an asset * Strong understanding of costing, purchasing, and production processes * Excellent analytical and mathematical skills * Strong attention to detail with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and estimating software * Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities * Demonstrated ability to support, coach, and guide team members ---------------------------------------- WHAT TO EXPECT * A fast-paced, collaborative environment with changing priorities * Primarily office-based work, with occasional exposure to the production floor * Opportunity to work cross-functionally with Sales, Client Services, Production, and Leadership teams * Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs ---------------------------------------- WHY JOIN US This is an opportunity to step into a senior role where your expertise will have a direct impact on business performance. You’ll play a key role in shaping estimating practices, supporting team development, and contributing to overall operational success.

Ce que vous ferez

Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for print production while collaborating with Sales and Client Services to identify cost-effective solutions. Provide guidance and coaching to the estimating team and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers.

Exigences

Requires professional estimating experience specifically within the print industry and a strong understanding of production processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software, along with strong analytical and leadership skills, is essential.

Compétences indiquées

• Continuous Improvement · Souhaitée
• Production · Souhaitée
• collaborative · Souhaitée
• Analytical · Souhaitée
• Leadership · Souhaitée
• Teams · Souhaitée
• Client · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• Vente · Souhaitée
• Accuracy · Souhaitée
• Development · Souhaitée
• Coaching · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Cost Estimating
• Print Production
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Analytical Skills
• Mathematical Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Estimating Software
• Time Management
• Coaching
• RFQs
• Purchasing
• Attention To Detail

Domaines d’emploi

• Manufacturing
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Logistics