Estimator

A Reading Truck Equipment (RTB) Estimator is responsible for creating customer-ready quotations and buildable orders for the truck equipment division. The Estimator 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.

Requirements

• 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
• Assist the sales department with technical inquiries to facilitate 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 material bills
• Complete quotes in a timely manner, continually updating the system and the sales representative if delays are anticipated
• Become adept at all systems required to perform the tasks
• Maintain current price and specification data for all key suppliers

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tools Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs