Job Purpose
BCH are a well-established food engineering manufacturer looking for an experienced Engineering Estimator to join their Sales Team.
The primary role will involve providing sales support and detailed estimates for both standard and bespoke food processing equipment & systems, including estimates for installation and service support work.
To carry out duties and activities allotted under the job title and contract of employment, including general aspects associated with the office environment and health & safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Review customer enquiries, technical specifications and engineering drawings with internal teams to understand the clients requirements.
- Compile detailed estimates & costings and prepare equipment & system quotations using standard templates and Excel spreadsheets.
- Working with 3 party suppliers, subcontractors and Group companies.
- Use of internal systems to log quotations raised along with client contact details.
- Follow up sales leads not designated to a specific salesperson.
- Assist with developing a more efficient and streamlined standard estimating and quotation system utilising our standard templates in both Excel and Word format, which may require sourcing of new software at some stage.
- Work in accordance with the current company tender review & sales procedures
- Answer sales enquiries from incoming calls or emails, respond and follow up or liaise with colleagues as necessary
- Assist where possible, client technical queries & questions regarding equipment, lead times etc..
- Raise internal sales orders from client PO’s, relating them to quotations sent.
- Liaise with other departments such as purchasing, accounts, projects & electrical and provide detail of sales orders and estimates as required for resource allocation.
- Identify potential technical challenges & cost implications.
- Support project handover once contracts are secured.
- Work closely with all departments to ensure effective communication and information sharing.
- Produce reports, spreadsheets and documents using Microsoft Office applications.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by management.
The Candidate
Essential Experience
- Previous estimating, administrative & operational experience, preferably within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Producing accurate material take-offs and cost breakdowns
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Understanding of labour, materials and subcontract pricing
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Self-motivated and proactive attitude towards work
- Attending sites and pre-tender meetings where appropriate
- Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and other common business systems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
- Strong customer facing communications skills both written & verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Professional, reliable, customer-focused and flexible approach to work.
- Willing to support different departments within the business.
- Able to maintain confidentiality where appropriate.
- Assisting other members of the team as required.
Desirable
- Experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, and food industry related projects.
- Understanding of technical documentation & processes
- Knowledge of process equipment, vessels, mixers, pumping & pipework systems
- Knowledge of RAMS, site requirements and H&S documentation requirements
- Understanding of mechanical & electrical interfaces
The position will allow access to sensitive and confidential information belonging to the Company and 3 parties. It must be understood that such information, be it designs, commercial, or other, via verbal or written instruction, are to be kept strictly confidential at all times and must not be disclosed to any third party internally or externally.
Hours
- 37 hours per week
- Paid overtime
- Core hours: Monday – Thursday 8.30am -5.00pm, Friday 8.30am – 2.00pm (flexible upon prior agreement)
Basic Salary
- £35/K per annum - potential to rise to £40k (dependent on progress & experience)
Holiday Entitlement
- 22 days (increases to 25 with service years) plus 8 days statutory
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rochdale OL12 8DN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
