Estimator - Port Elizabeth Verfied

Salary Negotiable Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape more than 14 days ago 16-09-2021 3:16:35 PM
01-10-2021 11:22:07 AM
We are currently seeking an Estimator for the Sales and Marketing Department. The position is a technical administrative function in the tender process (estimating and establishing the cost) up to the point of order acquisition.

Overview of Key Activities:
- Work under the Companies Senior Estimator receiving guidance on the Companies Tender/estimating process.
- Engage with Senior Managers to develop and define enquiry scope and requirements.
- Prepare a technical/Customer specification.
- Prepare a costing estimate and interrogate costing inputs to create a price quotation.
- Prepare tender documents.
- Finalise and process internal order documents.
- Hand over order to Contracts Manager and assist with internal launch of new orders.
- Receive and process enquiries for spare parts.
- Process any orders for spare parts, including internal order paperwork, expediting supply of parts, freight, delivery and payment.
- Any other reasonable activity requested by the Senior Estimator or your manager.

Essential Requirements:
- A National Diploma or Degree in the field of Engineering, Finance or Marketing (or appropriate field).
- Practical experience (4-years or more) in an Engineering Design/Drawing Office, Finance Office or Marketing Office.
- Have excellent verbal and written English language skills.
- Intermediate level computer literacy.
- Must be prepared to undergo written and verbal assessments.

Advantageous Requirements:
- A Costing Accountant qualification and/or experience
- Knowledge on containers including drawings, regulations, operations and industry players.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Additional languages (German, Dutch, French).
- Global awareness, political and cultural (specifically USA and Europe).