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Quotes & Tender Administrator
Mansfield
£25,000 - £30,000 + Full Training + Career Progression

TurnerFox Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an exciting opportunity to join a well-established engineering business in Mansfield.

Are you highly organised, confident using Excel and looking for a long-term career within engineering?

We're looking for someone with a solid administration background who enjoys working with numbers, has excellent Excel skills and is looking to build a long-term career within engineering. Previous estimating experience isn't required as technical training is provided.

Whether you already have experience in an engineering, manufacturing or technical office environment, or you're looking to move into a more commercial role, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from an experienced engineer with over 30 years' industry knowledge.

The Role of Quotes & Tender Administrator

Working closely with an experienced Estimator, you'll play a key role in preparing customer quotations and supporting tender submissions for bespoke engineering projects.

This is a varied office-based role where you'll gradually develop your technical knowledge while building a rewarding long-term career.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing customer quotations and supporting tender submissions
Producing accurate costings using Microsoft Excel
Reviewing customer enquiries, drawings and specifications (full training provided)
Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams
Obtaining prices for materials and components
Updating quotation records and project information
Supporting engineering projects from enquiry through to quotation
Learning how to assess project costs and technical requirements The Ideal Person for Quotes & Tender Administrator

Essential Requirements

Someone who is organised, eager to learn and enjoys working with numbers and technical information.
Previous administration experience within a busy office environment
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Confident working with figures, quotations and spreadsheets
Strong organisational and time management skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
A proactive approach and willingness to learn
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlinesDesirable

Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, construction or technical environment
Experience preparing quotations, estimates or tenders
An interest in engineering or technical productsWhat's on Offer

Full training from an experienced industry professional
Genuine career progression into Estimating
Friendly and supportive working environment
Long-term career opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of engineering projectsIf you're looking for a role where you can build a long-term career and develop valuable technical and commercial skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide individual feedback. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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This role could suit someone currently working as an Engineering Administrator, Technical Administrator, Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, Internal Sales Administrator, Purchasing Administrator, Commercial Administrator, Estimating Administrator, Engineering Assistant, Production Administrator, Technical Support Administrator or someone with an electrical or engineering background looking to move into an office-based role