Corporate Estimator

Saint Louis, Missouri

The Gund Company
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Description:
The Gund Company has an immediate opening for an experienced Corporate Estimator to join our team.

Work location: Hybrid / Corporate office or any TGC facility location


The Gund Company is a manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions specializing in customized electrical insulation parts. With 12 facilities worldwide, we specialize in custom fabricated parts manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems.


Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Corporate Estimator to join our team. As a Corporate Estimator, you will play a crucial role in maximizing organizational and customer value by providing guidance, oversight, and analysis on the prospect and customer quotation process.


You will function as a subject matter expert for complex quotations across the enterprise, lead site-specific Estimator training and development, understand customer application needs, engage in continuous improvement for better quotation technology and processes, and conduct after-action analysis and root cause corrective action to ensure that gross profit meets company objectives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead quotation process for strategic customer opportunities
  • Execute gross margin review on jobs that do not meet cost expectations
  • Lead capability review process
  • Lead after action reviews (AAR) on all lost strategic quotations
  • Participate in win/loss reviews and lost quote reviews
  • Lead, facilitate and participate in kaizen improvement events
Requirements:
  • Minimum one year of prior CNC setup experience is required, with CNC programming experience preferred
  • Minimum one year of experience with CNC fabrication techniques is required, with plastics or composites fabrication/converting techniques preferred
  • A bachelor's degree in manufacturing technology, engineering technology, business, or related field and/or two years of machine shop; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
  • Additional preference for candidates with a solid understanding of complex excel formulas and analytics

Additional Qualifications

  • Must possess strong technical background, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to manage multiple priorities and complex tasks in a dynamic work environment
  • Experience in formula / calculator design, prototyping, development, testing and other activities
  • Exceptional knowledge and experience using Microsoft office (Excel) is required
  • Knowledge and experience using Enterprise Resource Programs (ERP)
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team, with prior team and/or project management leadership
  • Experience with manufacturing estimating based on cycle times is required, with the understanding and application of statistical analysis of estimated versus actual times preferred
  • Knowledge of gross margin calculation with involvement in pricing based on margin

Travel

Employee must be able to travel 10% of the time


Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
  • Commitment to work-life balance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Comprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
  • 401(k) retirement savings program with 50% employer match (up to 6% of contributions)
  • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) - The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned - Shares are awarded each year based on profitability with no out-of-pocket investment

Reasonable accommodation(s) for the Corporate Estimator may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.


Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the position of the Corporate Estimator. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees for the Corporate Estimator without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.



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Date Posted: 08 May 2025
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