PLANET DIRECT Hiring for Direct Mail – Estimator/Account Manager Full Time

Summary/Objective:

The Estimator is responsible for gathering job specifications to understand, plan and document the production requirements and cost estimates of jobs. Account Management and/or Direct Mail experience REQUIRED.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prepare accurate and timely cost estimates for potential and live jobs.
• Use computer to prepare estimates and enter specifications into pricing systems/software to build pricing scenarios. Make selections for manufacturing equipment groups and locations to best match the customers’ delivery requirements and offer the best price option.
• May review historical data to determine the new estimate. May make alterations to scenarios to offer customer multiple options.
• May work with manufacturing operations on new or unique opportunities to ensure projects can be produced. May engage Sourcing on work that requires outside vendors to produce and establish cost basis.
• Develop knowledge of materials used, the best suppliers and competitive prices.
• Keep aware of price changes and competitive prices.
• Creativity and ability to think beyond the obvious for creative ways to produce the job.
• Ability to follow company policy and understand any rules or regulations governing the work being completed and impact work has on department or company.
• Evaluate methods available for producing the job and select the plan which produces the job in the most economical way.
• Understand and determine key variables affecting job costing.
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification or changes for production.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Able to lift at least 35 pounds
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Must be computer literate

Competencies:

• Teamwork Orientation
• Time Management
• Results Driven
• Communication Proficiency
• Organization Skills
• Strong Algebraic Math, Computer and Analytic skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The office is located in close proximity to the print shop, therefore there is noise from the printing machines and a strong odor of ink.

This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. At a minimum, the Estimator must be available to work 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday.

Travel:

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience.

Experience in Estimating, Account Management or Planning in Direct Mail.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

Must be able to get background check and drug test.

Work Authorization

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manassas, VA 20109: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Account management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location