What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electronics Quote Specialist/Materials Estimator position at Verigon LLC?
Summary:
Electronics Material Estimator is responsible for calculating the cost and availability of materials needed for electronics manufacturing, assembly. Ensure that supply chain requirements are met on time and within budget, while supporting the proposal and procurement process.
Qualifications/Skills:
· 1 – 2 years’ experience in direct customer contact and issue resolution
· Sales experience in a manufacturing environment
· Experience researching and resolving issues
· Experience making decisions using analytical processes
· Ability to read and comprehend English
Responsibilities:
- Material Cost Estimating: Prepare detailed cost estimates for electronic components, materials, and sub-assemblies.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Gather pricing data from suppliers, track market changes, and maintain an updated database of estimation documentation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with procurement, production, engineering, and project management teams to align material needs with project schedules.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: 2 years in material estimating, procurement, or supply chain roles; experience with electronics manufacturing is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in estimating software, procurement systems, and cost analysis tools; knowledge of electronics components and supply chain processes.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong numerical and analytical skills to interpret technical documents and market data.
- Communication: Ability to present estimates and proposals clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Typical Work Environment
- Setting: Electronics manufacturing, defense, or industrial supply chain organizations.
- Work Mode: Often office-based. Limited work from home available.
- Hours: Standard business hours, with possible overtime during proposal deadlines or production ramp-ups.
In summary: An Electronics Material Estimator blends technical knowledge of electronics with supply chain and cost estimating expertise to ensure accurate, competitive, and compliant material cost proposals that support project success.
Work Environment:
The work environment is typical of a manufacturing setting where hazardous materials may be present. Security investigations may be conducted to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and/or work areas.
The interviewing process includes completing an employment application and consent form to obtain background information. All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen. Verigon LLC is an ITAR controlled company. All employees must be US Persons in compliance with Federal Regulation 22 CFR§120.15. Verigon LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action (AA) Employer.
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000