Estimator - Print (Expired Vacancy)

Company	Massenhove Recruitment Ltd	Share \|
Salary	£ Negotiable
Location	Essex
Job Type / Hours	Permanent / Full Time
Start Date	18/05/2012
Date Posted	18/05/2012
Job Reference	ozzle/MASS 1077

Job Description

Estimator

Main purpose
Provide print and direct mail estimates using Navision ERP platform .Develop knowledge of all areas of the business including Litho print, Digital services, Direct Mail, Nexdox, transport and going forward any other services required.

Ensure service excellence is delivered in accordance with customer requirements and business needs through
• a “can-do” and efficient approach to service
• 100% quality of output for all aspects of account management
• adherence to all deadlines/service level agreements (SLA’s)

Help to maintain pricing on services and to follow group procedures

Ensure any issues in terms of cost / selling rates on NAV system is up to date. Assist in further developing this system to ensure the Team, Department and Business runs at its optimum efficiency.

Experience
Candidate must have knowledge and experience of working on standard print industry estimating platforms such as Tharsten, Optimus or similar. The applicant must have good basic I.T skills and be proficient in Excel and Word.

Main Duties

• To interpret client specification & provide accurate timely estimates back to the business or directly to the client. Develop knowledge of all areas of the business including Litho print, Digital services, Direct Mail, Nexdox, transport and going forward any other services required.
• To undertake other responsibilities as and when required.
• To ensure that all work undertaken is correctly priced to ensure maximum profitability
• Be proactive at all times and have the ability to apply logic, yet remain creative to maximise market potential.
• Keep up to date with new initiatives within the business including new clients, machinery, structure change, new applications etc....
• Attend client meetings as required ensuring any actions are completed as necessary.
• Remaining calm under pressure at all times.
• Produce reporting for the Estimating Manager as required.
• Work with Planning on Capacity for Pricing.
• Look to increase revenue at all times. Also looking for opportunities within the client base across the department.
• Must have a very high standard of attention to detail.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to work on alone or as part of a team.
• Excel and word proficient.
• Ensure number of estimates quoted is in-line with the team and strive to maintain and increase this level through more efficient working practices