Quotations Specialist – Product Costing

Job Overview

The Quotations Specialist is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive
manufacturing cost estimates and quotations for engineering products and
equipment. The role focuses on equipment/product cost estimation, should-cost
analysis, manufacturing process evaluation, and pricing strategy development to
support business growth and operational efficiency.

The position requires close collaboration with Engineering, Supply Chain,
Manufacturing, Procurement, Planning, and Sales teams to ensure timely and
commercially optimized quotations. The Quotations Specialist will also support
supplier evaluations, manufacturing cost optimization, and continuous
improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company quality, HSE, and
operational standards.

Responsibilities:

* Prepare accurate and timely quotations for engineering and manufacturing
products, including detailed costed BOMs, manufacturing routings, materials,
machining, labor, and supplier costs. 
* Perform should-cost analysis and manufacturing cost modeling to support
pricing strategy, supplier evaluations, and sourcing decisions. 
* Analyze production, manufacturing, and pricing data to identify cost
optimization and process improvement opportunities. 
* Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement,
Planning, Finance, and Sales teams to gather technical and commercial inputs
required for quotations. 
* Coordinate with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, MOQ/ACQ details, and
technical information. 
* Support troubleshooting of manufacturing and costing-related issues while
ensuring operational efficiency and cost control. 
* Prepare and maintain standardized quotation processes, pricing databases,
historical cost records, and quotation documentation for audit and reference
purposes. 
* Conduct quotation reviews and validations to minimize errors, pricing
variances, and commercial risks before submission. 
* Provide quotation handover to Manufacturing teams, including pricing
assumptions, costing rationale, supplier selection, and execution strategy. 
* Support forecasting and demand planning activities through analysis of
historical quotation and pricing trends. 
* Ensure compliance with company quality standards, HSE policies, corporate
governance requirements, and applicable industry standards. 
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to quotation
accuracy, manufacturing efficiency, cost reduction, and process
standardization. 
* Support training and mentoring of team members on quotation procedures,
costing methodologies, and best practices.

Skills :

* Strong expertise in equipment/product cost estimation and manufacturing
costing. 
* In-depth knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, materials, machining, and
manufacturing processes. 
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. 
* Experience with should-cost analysis and manufacturing cost modeling. 
* Hands-on experience with aPriori software and CAD tools. 
* Good understanding of supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing
workflows. 
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. 
* Proficiency in ERP systems such as JDE and related quotation tools. 
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

 

Qualifications :

* Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or
related Engineering discipline. 
* Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing quotations,
engineering product costing, or equipment cost estimation. 
* Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing/product cost estimation. 
* Experience in engineering product costing is mandatory; project costing
experience alone will not be considered. 
* Experience in oilfield equipment, industrial manufacturing, machining, or
engineered products environment is preferred. 
* Hands-on experience with aPriori software and CAD applications is required. 
* Strong English verbal and written communication skills required.

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