The purpose of the Program Estimator is to generate, track and communicate estimating activities for new and existing customers. The Estimator will be responsible for quoting programs in its entirety.
Responsible for receiving and preparing RFQ (Request for Quote) based on customer requirements, creating screen dumps of parts with dimensions for visual reference
- Accountable for downloading and appropriately storing data from customer websites and discuss issues/concerns/requirements with customer
- Ensures to keep estimation logs of all quote activity- organize estimations by customer
- Responsible for obtaining accurate & current pricing and any other pertinent information for materials selected
- Ensuring proper decision making as related to cavitation of tool based on annual requirements, part complexity and size
- Responsible for collaborating with tool shops, sharing relevant data for estimations on molds and check fixtures
- Ensured to prepare quote sheet in appropriate format for management review & approval
- Responsible for submitting finalized quotes to customer per requested requirements (customer website, email etc.)
- Accept Purchase Orders (P.O) awarded from quotes, comparing all information, details & parameters match the actual P.O. Example: Cycle time, weight etc.
- Assists in supporting program launch and sourcing
- Ensures to enter historical data information into database as required
- Ensures compliance to IATF-16949 systems and procedures
- Work with the Program Management team to explain cost to customer & provide analysis when required
- Hands on use of tools like Microsoft Excel to facilitate estimating
Minimum 3 years’ of quoting experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience within Manufacturing environment. Automotive experience is an asset!
- University degree or college diploma in engineering.
- Impeccable oral and written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interface with management
- Proficient with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Proficient with CAD software (NX/CATIA/Solid works)
- Proper phone etiquette & effective listening skills
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
- Strong relationship building skills (internal & external stakeholders)
- Customer advocate- able to effectively communicate client needs to the organization simultaneously balancing organizational requirements
- Proactive view to identifying & driving financial benefits for our clients
- Proven successful launches of previous programs (on time & on budget) an asset
- Ability to think & execute strategically and is results oriented
- Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask as required
- Experience within Plastic Injection is an asset
As a Program Estimator you will be responsible for facilitating quoting activities, approving inputs, ensuring manufacturability, managing projects, and correcting documentation, quality and manufacturing issues. The ideal candidate should have thorough knowledge and experience within manufacturing with technical understanding and have excellent customer service skills and supplier relations skills including negotiating and follow-up.
