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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: Taylor Corporation is looking for an Estimator in Fridley, MN to help serve our customers’ needs.

Your Responsibilities:

Facilitate pricing activities including standard transactional estimates as well as RFP’sReview and prepare response to RFP’s and large direct opportunities by gathering details and compiling data for all production cost according to specificationsCollaborate with Sales Management and Operation Center to develop appropriate proposals and pricing based upon understanding production capabilities and the needs of the customer and the companyCreate Excel workbooks for summarizing and presenting costs, markups and vendor comparisonsSupport departmental initiatives and continually look for ways to improve performance against our department metrics / KPI’sParticipate in continuous improvement efforts to ensure that we are utilizing best practices across the departmentServe as a project leader for special or on-going projects that are important to the success of the department/organizationSet the standard for developing appropriate and effective working relationships with Sales Management, BDMs, Sales Representatives, and vendorsWork with Strategic Sourcing, Corporate IT, Marketing, and e-Business to support e-commerce requirementsPerform system upkeep as needed and collaborate with others for updates that we’re not able to make ourselvesReviews estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracyResearch product to ensure product knowledge as well as best avenue for vendor pricingHelps determine necessary resources for projects based on cost estimates and budgetary constraints

You Must Have:

Minimum educational requirement is a High School Diploma or GED; College Degree preferredAdvanced negotiation skills and knowledge of press capabilities and printing processesExcellent comprehension and communication skillsAbility to coordinate multiple tasks and projects, detail orientedAbility to be proactive in problem solvingAbility to work independently exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretionRelies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsAbility to write reports and business correspondence and use appropriate grammar and vocabularyAbility to effectively respond to questions from management, customers, sales representatives, and employees

We Would Also Prefer:

Estimating experience, preferably in the printing industry or equivalentExtensive knowledge of supplier and partner capabilities and strengthsFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within this field; published mark-up schedule and the ‘cost’ pricing structure, factors such as material cost, spoilage, etcExpert in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Microsoft office tools and File Management

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.