ESTIMATOR

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. ESTIMATOR Full Time Exempt [Salaried] Professional Kansas City, MO, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 6130 Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE. EXCITING POSSIBILITIES. GREAT OPPORTUNITY. Custom Truck One Source has changed the way the industry looks at specialized trucks and heavy equipment solutions. With sales, rentals, aftermarket parts and service, equipment customization, remanufacturing, financing solutions, and asset disposal, our team of experts, vast equipment breadth and integrated network of locations across North America offer superior service and unmatched efficiency for our customers. Your success is what's next with Custom Truck One Source. Summary Custom Truck One Source has an opening for a Specialty Truck Engineer (Estimator) with a background in aerial vehicles, equipment, parts and heavy & light duty trucks. The Estimator will report to the Estimation/Inside Sales Manager and will be responsible for collaborating with salesmen and customers to provide an accurate and timely quote that allows us to obtain an expected profit margin. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensure that we are remaining competitive within the market while maintaining a profit margin that falls within our guidelines for profitability. Work directly with salespeople, support staff and customers to fully comprehend the requested quote requirements and breakdown the chassis, parts, and labor costs of the build. Plan and prioritize quoting activities by responding to and following-up with the salesperson on product inquiries. Research and monitor different vendors by gathering information on pricing, products, quality and lead times to ensure we are staying competitive in the market. Recommend alternative product lines to remain competitive with other bidders. Enter and track all quoting activity in our customer resource management system. Review previously quoted items to identify ways of increasing profit margin on future builds. Identify, research and create a bill of materials needed to complete the requested build that contains supplier, part number, quantity, cost and lead time. Work with the parts manager to identify current suppliers and pricing discount as well as verifying new vendor. Communicate the bill of materials to the proper channels once we receive a purchase order for the quoted build. Collaborate with salespeople and customers to identify what changes should be made on existing quotes to ensure accuracy and update the bill of materials accordingly. Communicate all updates through the proper channel. Keep record of previous quotes to review and identify what improvements should be made for future inquiries. Identify commonly used parts and integrate them into our quote sheets. Work cohesively with all other departments. Complete all other tasks given from the manager. Required Skills and Qualifications High school diploma or the equivalent. Professional and Technical knowledge ofaerial vehicles, equipment and heavy & light duty trucks. Previous experience with estimation Valid Driver’s License required Professional personal appearance Extremely detail oriented and accurate. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment Setting priorities and adapting to changing work priorities. Must be self-sufficient and driven. Meeting deadlines and schedules. Strong attendance record Professional personal appearance Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test Computers and Electronics — The applicant needs to be proficient on a computer and have the ability to learn new programs quickly. Must be able to use Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Outlook). Must be able to work independently and create innovative solutions to problems with minimal direction from supervisors. Mathematical — Ability to work with mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Working Conditions Majority of work performed in an office setting Physical Requirements Occasional lifting of 10-50 pounds Ability to sit for at least 8 hours per day Ability to see things in close proximity whether through natural or corrected vision. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. BENEFITS 401(k) with Employer Match Competitive Health Care Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays STD/ LTD Partner Discounts Investment in Employee Development Custom Truck One Source is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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. Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for work authorization. Only candidates authorized to work in United States without the need for sponsorship will be considered for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr