Quoting Specialist - Grand Rapids Area

We are working with companies in Grand Rapids that are adding Quoting Specialists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

• →Prepare accurate and timely quotes for custom and standard products.
• →Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to gather necessary information for quotes.
• →Analyze customer specifications and drawings to determine manufacturing processes and material requirements.
• →Utilize ERP/MRP systems to retrieve cost data and generate pricing.
• →Negotiate pricing and terms with customers to secure orders.
• →Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pricing, costs, and product information.
• →Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within the quoting process.

• 2+ years experience in a quoting or estimating role within manufacturing.
• Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and proficiency in calculating costs, margins, and lead times.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for interacting with sales, engineering, and customers.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, SAP).
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings or blueprints.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in a second language (especially relevant for international manufacturing).

Estimator, Quoting Coordinator, Proposal Specialist, Cost Estimator, Pricing Specialist, Sales Support Specialist, Technical Sales Specialist, Bid Coordinator, Quotation Engineer, Commercial Assistant

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.