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Taylor Communications, Inc. Estimating Representative in North Mankato, Minnesota

Let Us Power Your Potential! Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future - and your career. We power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you're ready for something bigger - more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth - we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for people like you. Ready to reach your potential? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity:Corporate Graphics Commercial, a Taylor Corporation company, is seeking an experiencedEstimating Representativeto join their team in North Mankato! In this position, you will be providing price quotes for our customers and sales reps and ensuring that customer satisfaction is met! Your Responsibilities: Receive and respond to quote request from the sales group and the Customer Service department. Orders will be for Core/Commercial, Digital and Direct Mail job categories. Utilize the price book and buyer's guide. Estimate job costs and apply the appropriate markup based on product category. Understand the "cost" pricing structure; factors such as material cost, spoilage and make ready. Maintain estimating system; close quotes, de-activate old quotes, add/change supplier codes and contact names. Analyze vendor pricing and negotiate vendor costs. Proactively follow-up and communicate quote status to Sales Representatives Work with suppliers to gain knowledge of their production capabilities, learn about new products, and continue to broaden our vendor base. You Must Have: High School diploma or equivalent education. 3+ years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong math skills - ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent and draw and interpret graphs Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook and Excel. We Would Also Prefer: Basic understanding of the print process along with basic knowledge of paper and paper grades. Knowledge and the ability to use computerized estimating systems. This includes Monarch and Kodak Upfront Production Planning Software. Ability to work well under pressure; work with diverse personalities and deal effectively with conflict. Watch our video to learn more! About Taylor Corporation One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services and expertise for individuals, businesses and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions.We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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