Quote Specialist

Are you a Quote Specialist who is looking to join one of the top companies within the Manufacturing industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have procurement/cost analysis experience in the manufacturing industry?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work ONSITE with our client in Melbourne, FL. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• Translate customer requirements and purchasing specifications into a market quotable format.
• Aggregate demand in customer Request for Quote (RFQs) and attain detailed costing information for all piece parts for all facilities.
• Establish channels to obtain low-cost pricing for each facility for sheet metal, cables and other custom unique parts best sourced locally.
• Establish channels to obtain low-cost pricing internationally where appropriate.
• Establish corporate arrangements for PCB's, sheet metal, plastics, etc. to drive PPV and competitive pricing.
• Re-quote all major customers quarterly to drive material cost down.
• Manage program part award program in addition to tracking VPA and terms to ensure compliance.
• Provide updated pricing for ECO's that substantially alter the assembly cost.
• Manage material strategies for new product introduction
• Develop and manage weekly quote log.
• Negotiate and obtain competitive market pricing, lead-times, minimum lot sizing, and special conditions.
• Analyze competitive information and understand market trends.
• Submit competitive bid proposal to sales and marketing in a timely manner.
• Continuously update competitive information based on market trends, customer requirement and supplier consolidation.
• Interface with Buyers, Program Managers and Engineers to deliver complete and accurate quote package or in support of receiving a purchase order (PO) from customer.
• Interface with suppliers and potential suppliers as required.
• May train and mentor other employees.
• Other responsibilities as directed and necessary for the business.

Here's what you'll get:

• Pay rate: $25/hr+
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Length: Temp to Direct

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions, and we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of needs in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to them, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.