Estimating Assistant manufacturing

📍 Derby | Estimating Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Estimating Assistant to join our manufacturing team at our Derby site. 

Require someone with estimating experience in a similar industry, or someone with relevant qualifications who likes maths & spreadsheets. Being able to read drawings & understand processors is key, some training can be given although you would need to be self-sufficient within 3 months

Working Hours

           Monday – Thursday: 8.00am – 8.45pm

           Friday: 8.00am – 12.30pm   

Salary💷 £28,000 to £33,000 per annum, depending on experiance 

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + 8 statutory holidays, Christmas shut down
• BUPA Health care
• Free onsite parking
• Death in Service benefit
• Long Service awards

Purpose of role and accountabilities:

To provide an estimating service to the Derby Site team & External customers for RFQ & AOG requests in a timely manner.

• To oversee the preparation and compilation of estimates for new business in response to requests for proposals.
• Downloading & control of customer data for both RFQ’s & production parts
• The evaluation and analysis of customer datasets, specifications and condition of supply documentation to identify the need for raw material, bought out and subcontract requirements.
• To liaise with Engineering, Operations and Strategic Sourcing teams to prepare robust competitive proposals for customers.
• To assist in the development of best practice estimating practices.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Engineering upon receiving successful work packages and propose manufacturing strategy.
• To create sales and estimating KPI on a regular basis with the Engineering team.

Core skills/attributes needed:

• Achieved grade 5 minimum in GCSE English & Maths
• Have a proficient understanding of Microsoft EXCEL
• Ideally an Engineering qualification equivalent to HNC or above but not essential.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, dealing with urgent AOG requests as well as normal RFQ enquiries are advantageous but not essential.
• An understanding of Paragon or similar MRP systems are advantageous.
• A level of commercial acumen, with knowledge of bid compilation, estimating procedures and standard cost modelling. Demonstrated strength in numerical and financial analysis. 
• Knowledge / experience of the Aerospace or similar manufacturing Industry.
• A knowledge of various elements including raw materials, associated manufacturing processes for metallic details and assemblies, resources and productivity.
• Understanding of programme management and planning principles  
• Experience in an estimating / business development discipline will be advantageous.
• Attention to detail and accurate in costing
• Self-starter, with creative and “can do” attitude.

The employee must also strive to support the elements of the SQCDP framework of the wider Gardner business.

Safety: work in line with all accredited company safety standards to provide a safe working environment for all

Quality: support the quality accreditations across the business to ensure delivery of a ‘right first time’ performance

Cost: support the continuous improvements in cost reduction activities across the company to deliver increased profitability and value for money to our customers and stakeholders

Delivery: drive improvement in delivery performance to continually exceed customer expectations and targets

People: support organisational capability and influence cultural change by embracing diversity, inclusion, wellbeing and community