Quotes & Costings Estimator

Are you an analytical problem-solver who takes pride in precision, cost engineering, and commercial success?

Do you enjoy navigating complex pricing structures in a high-tech manufacturing setting to deliver winning bids?

If so, we want to hear from you!

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Quotes & Costings Estimator to collaborate closely with the Quotes and wider Sales teams in delivering competitive proposals to both new and long-standing clients. Accountable to the Senior Quotes & Costings Estimator, you will ensure every quotation meets exact customer specifications and is delivered right on schedule.

In this key commercial position, you will evaluate manufacturing methods, perform detailed box build costings, and utilize ERP systems to fuel business growth and sales expansion.

What you’ll be doing

• Box Build & Product Costing: Generating precise and commercially competitive cost estimates for complete box build assemblies—carefully breaking down labour times, assembly processes, materials, components, and associated manufacturing expenses. Pricing out the most cost-effective assembly paths for new products.
• ERP Systems & Data Management: Mastering the Epicor ERP system, focusing specifically on the quotation module and report generation. Uploading assembly operations and times into Epicor to automatically compile quotes, alongside building offline cost models using structured Excel spreadsheets.
• BOMs & Supplier Management: Compiling Bills of Materials (BOMs) tailored to client needs, leveraging existing Nemco stock wherever feasible. Distributing BOMs to suppliers, compiling material costings from their feedback, and actively negotiating and challenging supplier pricing to secure the best possible rates.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Challenge: Partnering with the Managing Director, Head of Sales & Marketing, production, purchasing, and engineering groups as required. Interrogating production assembly times, particularly when estimated times fall short of actual build durations.
• Quality & Environmental Compliance: Operating strictly within ISO9001:2008 and AS9100 quality guidelines, while observing company environmental policies and instructions to keep ecological footprints to a minimum.

Every day brings variety and the chance to build deeper commercial expertise.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Qualifications & Numerical Skills: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or higher, backed by proven numerical analysis capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office—especially Excel.
• Industry Background: Practical background in costing, estimating, quoting, commercial sales support, procurement, or manufacturing. Demonstrated expertise in issuing customer quotations, evaluating margins and pricing data, and navigating BOMs, technical drawings, and specifications. Solid familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, Excel cost modeling, and complex box build assembly cost estimation.
• Core Competencies: Meticulous attention to detail, robust analytical and problem-solving skills, and top-tier organizational abilities to juggle overlapping quotation deadlines. Strong business acumen, professional communication, a customer-centric attitude, cross-departmental collaboration skills, and high integrity when handling sensitive commercial data.

Desirable

• Advanced Credentials: Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost Engineering, or Project Management.
• Sector Expertise: Background within Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM) or Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). Experience quoting PCB Assemblies, SMT, Through-Hole, Box Builds, Cable Harnesses, or Electromechanical assemblies, alongside OEM customer engagement and value engineering.
• Personal Attributes: Capacity to influence stakeholders, challenge assumptions constructively, and maintain resilience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Who you’ll work with

You will collaborate across various functions within the business:

• Collaborates with: All other teams within Nemco
• Supporter to: Business Development, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Engineering Team

Why join us?

• A chance to anchor the commercial pricing strategy of a premier Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM) partner
• A dynamic, continuous improvement-oriented workplace
• A high-impact role directly influencing revenue generation, cost precision, and client acquisition
• A collaborative team culture supporting ongoing professional advancement and development

Additional information

At Nemco, we prize precision, commercial drive, and professional dedication. If you have a passion for cost engineering and sales support, even if your background doesn’t check every single box-we encourage you to put forward an application.

We are an inclusive and diverse-friendly business. Should you need any adjustments during the recruitment journey, please let us know.

Please note: We will only consider applicants who currently hold a valid right to work in the UK.

How to apply

If you are an experienced estimator or commercial professional looking to make a genuine impact in electronic manufacturing, we would love to hear from you. Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to personnel@nemco.co.uk or using the form below.