Estimating Assistant
Bright Lights USA Inc. dba BLUSA Defense Manufacturing (
Job Summary
Under the general direction of an Estimating Manager, the Estimating Assistant is responsible for providing support to ensure bids and Requests for Quotes (RFQ's) are processed in an efficient and accurate manner; and to provide prompt, professional communications to both internal and external customers with the objective of assisting BLUSA to meet its delivery and quality initiatives in a diverse manufacturing environment.
Essential Functions - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Process daily Request for Quotes (RFQs)
- Supply supporting documents for Estimators to use
- Sorting quotes
- Send out quotes to customers, as needed
- Set-up, edit, process spreadsheets, as required
- Multi-task, as needed
- Respond to inquiries from customers and internal stakeholders
- All other duties as assigned
Competencies
- Knowledge Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
- Detail Orientated - Exhibit keen attention to details
- Judgement - Displays good consideration in decision-making processes.
- Team Work – demonstrated ability to work well with team members by exhibiting professional communications and patience.
- Logical Thinking – able to process the flow of information and follow procedures.
- Able to recall and retain information as needed.
- Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate with team members
- Time management and deadline driven skills.
- Possess general computer skills
Education and/or Experience
- 3-5 years general clerical or administrative experience.
- Manufacturing environment is a plus.