The Reading Truck Group Bowmansville , PA 17507
Posted 4 days ago
How You Will Make an Impact
A Reading Truck Equipment (RTE) Senior Estimator is responsible for creating customer-ready quotations and buildable orders for the truck equipment division. You will assist in the sales process through the accurate and expeditious specifying and pricing of product to enable the production of safe, profitable and high-quality work trucks. The Senior Estimator will utilize technical knowledge to meet customer specifications, determine total cost and selling price, and create accurate quotes and work orders. You will work closely with Sales, Purchasing, and Engineering. Senior Estimators also coach/train new Estimators on standard processes and job responsibilities. Senior Estimators can delegate work to Estimators as directed by the department Manager.
The Nuts and Bolts
Process all requests for quotes provided by the outside sales team to define equipment cost, freight, sell price and lead time for each opportunity
Research previous build data including actual material, labor, work interruption reports and customer feedback in the creation of quotations
Investigate options for each specification using supplier catalogs, websites, and other sources to verify the cost and lead-time in the quote
Utilize the preferred supplier network to build quotations and contact suppliers directly for price concessions on larger opportunities
Assist the sales department with technical inquiries to facilitate an accurate design for our customers
Communicate directly with customers when required to clarify specifications or explain exceptions to their request
Create a complete bill of material including documented labor hours that ensures an accurate total estimated cost for the job
Develop working relationships with Purchasing and Engineering and involve as appropriate to ensure a smooth flow of information on all bills of material.
Complete quotes in a timely manner, continually updating the system and the sales representative if delays are anticipated
Maintain current price and specification data for all key suppliers
Train new employees on department processes & procedures
Delegate/assign work as needed to level the load the department as directed by department manager
Required Credentials
Minimum three (8) years of experience in product estimating, purchasing, or a related field
Engineering, drafting, or operations experience in truck equipment is preferred
Manufacturing industry or background experience preferred
Associate Degree OR Bachelor Degree, preferred
How We Make an Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America.
Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
10 paid holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
To learn more about careers with Reading Truck visit: https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers
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Other details
Job Family Reading Truck
Job Function Engineering
Pay Type Salary
Recruitment Indicator Professional
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