Quoting Specialist - Zeeland Area
Job Description:
Quoting Specialist | Zeeland, MI
Salary Range: $53,000 - $83,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in quoting specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Quoting Specialists.
We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
The Opportunity
We are working with companies in Zeeland that are adding Quoting Specialists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and timely quotes for manufactured products.
- Review customer specifications and blueprints to determine material and labor costs.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
- Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with customers and suppliers.
- Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pricing, product information, and customer details.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements within the quoting process.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding product pricing, availability, and lead times.
Recommended Qualifications
- 2+ years experience in a quoting or estimating role within manufacturing.
- Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Strong mathematical aptitude and proficiency in calculating costs, margins, and lead times.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills for interacting with sales, engineering, and customers.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines.
Bonus Qualifications
- Additional certifications or training
Job Titles That Should Apply
Estimator, Bid Coordinator, Pricing Analyst, Proposal Specialist, Sales Support Specialist, Quote Coordinator, Inside Sales Representative, Costing Specialist, Commercial Assistant
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Required Skills:
Resume Offers Cost Reduction Database Support ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Availability Manufacturing Specifications Excel Suppliers Pressure Negotiation Preparation Engineering Training Microsoft Office Sales Communication
Salary Package:
$ 53,000.00 - 83,000.00 (US Dollar)