Sales Estimator

Job Description:

SALES ESTIMATOR | LEICESTER
£28,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Full-time or part-time hours considered | Temp-to-Perm

Do you have estimating experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment?

Are you confident interpreting technical drawings, producing accurate quotations, and developing strong commercial relationships?

Are you looking to join a growing company delivering high-quality, bespoke machined components across the UK and internationally?

Major Recruitment are recruiting for a Sales Estimator to join a long-established and expanding precision engineering business based in Leicester. This is a varied, commercially focused role that will see you dealing daily with estimating enquiries while also developing and building new customer accounts.

• 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday
• The company is also open to applicants seeking part-time hours (e.g. 09:00 – 15:00, Monday to Friday)
• £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Temp-to-Perm

Daily Requirements: 

• Estimating Responsibilities

• Create accurate quotations using CNC manufacturing knowledge and customer drawings

• Ensure all customer requirements are clearly understood and communicated to internal teams

• Perform contract reviews on successful quotes, confirming correct price, revision level and quantities

• Input confirmed data into internal systems including Master Price List

Commercial Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for customer enquiries (technical and commercial)

• Develop new customer accounts and strengthen existing relationships

• Schedule Commercial Manager's visits to clients as needed

• Coordinate with planning, production control and engineering departments

• Confirm capacity and lead times are aligned with customer expectations

• Maintain internal databases and ensure information is accurate and up to date

• Follow internal company procedures and support with ad hoc tasks as required

• Ensure full compliance with company Health & Safety and operational policies

About You – Essential Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment

• Proven experience in estimating, sales, or commercial engineering roles

• HND in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised engineering apprenticeship is desirable

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including formulas), Word and Outlook

• Confident communicator (written and verbal), fluent in English, with a professional telephone manner

• Organised, self-starting team player with the ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload

• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness

• Must be eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

• Lives within a commutable distance to Leicester

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today