Senior Commercial Estimator
- Location:
-
Lancashire
- Sector:
- Other
- Job Type:
- Permanent
- Salary:
- To Circa £47,500 (Depending upon experience)
- Reference:
- SK/R/089388
Role
My client is a specialist heavy industry manufacturing business, who as the result of major project wins are recruiting for Commercial Estimating professionals at varying levels of experience, within their commercial team.
The team are responsible for the generation of cost estimates, price proposals, data analysis and value modelling
The business is looking to expand their business modelling, analysis and parametric capabilities and welcome interest from individuals who have skills that would contribute to this goal.
The Senior Commercial Estimator's key responsibilities will include:
- Understanding business requirements and developing appropriate cost analysis and costing /pricing strategies. Including, analysing historical cost, programme, performance and technical data and Coordinating the generation of new cost estimates and costing/pricing models to inform the business
- Coordination of cost and pricing activities across the business to ensure all aspects of the programme and associated risks are fully costed and considered
- Developing Analysis/modelling toolsets to best practices standards, including selection and use of the best choice of tool/technique for particular contexts
- “What if” and “should cost” scenario modelling
- Lead and Support price negotiations and customer audits
In order to apply, and to be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:
Essential
- Relevant operational/business experience in cost analysis, planning, forecasting or business modelling / analysis
- Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills
- Ability to work in an innovative manner
- Analytical mind set with excellent numeracy skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills with experience in Stakeholder Management with the ability to influence
Desirable
- Previous experience of data analysis / visualisation tools e.g. Power BI, Tableau
- STEM Subject qualification in Level 5 and above or relevant experience
In return the company offers:
- Competitive salary with good prospects to progress
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous holiday entitlement
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Pension
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.
We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for [role] looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
