Estimator (Estimator) Full-Time

Print Estimator
Full-time
At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. The Estimator is a multi-faceted position responsible primarily for estimating the direct cost of bid opportunities and live jobs; including but not limited to digital and screen print, prepress, finishing, bindery, and kitting. Position often coordinates outsourcing work, conducts pricing and cost analytics, and broadly supports administrative functions for operations/manufacturing.
Cost Estimating – draft plans for potential jobs and estimate direct cost, as well as estimating job costs after-the-fact based on specifications from Sales Reps and CSR’s. Develops knowledge of materials used, the best suppliers and competitive prices.
Research and Development – vendors, solutions, equipment, and drafting documentation.
Purchasing – both act as a purchasing agent as well as supporting various administrative functions of the Purchasing department.
Advises and guides customers, when necessary, as to specifications of a job (size or style of type, size of book, kind of binding, etc.)
Project Planning – will verify timelines & material availability and compare against press schedules to ensure the actual ability to fulfill an estimated job. Insourcing/Outsourcing – will coordinate bids to outside vendors or other intercompany facilities for work which has been deemed not feasible to produce in-house.
Consultation – may provide input and direction on various aspects of a given project; including substrates, print process, specific press, finishing methods, packaging methods, etc.
Uses a MIS to prepare estimates and MRP system to assist with administrative Purchasing & Inventory functions.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in graphic communications, Accounting, or relevant quantitative or manufacturing-oriented field.
Basic ability with Adobe Creative Suite (primarily Illustrator and Acrobat for this position).
Some experience with computer programming may be useful, specifically JavaScript experience.
Some experience with accounting and a minimal understanding of GAAP.
Some experience managing projects or leading a team.
Flexible, self-managed and able to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects, multiple details and tight deadlines, often with competing demands.
Ability to learn & retain knowledge of substrates, print processes, issues that affect quality, color, and imaging.
The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.
The Imagine Group 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