Estimator

About the Role

Two Estimator positions are open in Neenah, WI. This is an on-site role open to both local and non-local candidates. The Estimator reports to the Estimating Manager.

Prior crane experience is not required; candidates without crane experience have worked well in this role, and some hires came from packaging or manufacturing estimation. Crane experience is a nice-to-have. The role involves learning from sales directors, estimating managers, the GM, and service technicians.

Key stakeholders include the inside and outside sales teams and the on-site GM. Interaction with service technicians is limited unless a job requires clarification.

Position Summary

The Estimator will generate quotes for maintenance and repairs needed after compliance inspections are performed at customer sites on overhead lifting equipment. In this role you will research materials needed to complete repairs and maintenance by contacting vendors for pricing and availability of needed material. Once pricing and availability are determined, a quote is generated and supplied to the Sales Department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Works to quote from information gathered by Field Operatives during inspections
• Industries served: Government, Construction, Paper, Tissue, Machine Shops, Manufacturing
• Understands governing bodies and the codes related to overhead lifting
• Works with Service and Sales Department staff to support customers' cranes safety and compliance
• Reads electrical and mechanical prints & schematics (support and training available)
• Stays current on existing and emerging products and technologies
• Generates quotes that result in profitable sales orders
• Reports competitive conditions and feedback from customers to management
• Maintains ethical, cooperative manufacturer relationships consistent with company image and company branch goals in the marketplace
• Attends product training classes to develop superior product knowledge to handle customer applications
• Develops an effective and productive working relationship with inside Sales Staff, Service Department Staff, and Production Staff; participates with all to gain knowledge and provide customers with solutions
• Maintains a professional working image in self and work environment
• Performs other duties as instructed or required to successfully complete the job

Education & Qualifications

• Associates degree in sales or closely related field with three (3) years of relevant sales and industry experience or equivalent combined education and on-the-job experience, preferred
• Computer background to include Microsoft Office (suite), Sage 100 ERP
• Commitment to demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions
• Proven proficiency in the use of a personal computer accompanied by a strong aptitude for technical applications
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
• Develop knowledge of the industry within a given market
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats, demonstrated capability to develop strong interpersonal working relationships and work in a team environment
• Strong customer service orientation