Senior Estimator - Sittingbourne

Recruiter
Anonymous
Location
Sittingbourne
Salary
Competitive
Posted
27 Apr 2017
Closes
11 May 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Senior Estimator
Sittingbourne
Competitive

Carlton Recruitment is pleased to announce that our client is currently seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team based in Sittingbourne. Your role will include:

On time delivery of project estimates
Deliver accurate and competitive project estimates
Ensure that all information on project briefs has been captured
Reporting of supply chain performance
Assist in sourcing of new products, liaising with the Design and Development departments where appropriate, ensuring new products are brought to market in a timely and cost effective manner
Continually review the overall value offered by existing suppliers, and ensure the companies purchasing remains globally competitive
Assist in ensuring the KPI requirements for the department are met, and accurately maintain departmental records to assist with inter-company marketing
Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers
Assist with research and sourcing of new suppliers in order to develop and improve product cost and quality, maintain competitiveness, and ensure subcontract capacity is maintained
Effectively set-up multi supplier projects, identifying any concerns before they arise and communicating these to the relevant personnel

Person Specification

Previous estimating experience, preferably within a related industry, with knowledge of production methods using metal, wood and plastics
Strong sourcing and negotiation skills
Ability to read and understand technical drawings
Experience in purchasing would be beneficial
Excellent communication and numerical skills
Experience in dealing with global suppliers
Must be a self-starter with a good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Computer literate to a high standard

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted