Cost Estimator (Packaging / Printing Industry), Johannesburg

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Role Overview We are seeking a detail‑oriented

Estimator

to support Sales, Customer Service, and Production teams by delivering accurate pricing, cost analysis, and work instructions. This role plays a critical part in achieving sales targets and maintaining profitability through precise estimating and data‑driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and manage

new work specifications and cost estimates

Compile and submit

contract pricing and tender documentation

Maintain and update

pricing structures and client price grids

Monitor and manage

contract review schedules

Support the Sales team with

estimates and pricing‑related queries

Review and approve

estimate variations and cost adjustments

Analyse

MIS data outputs

to identify discrepancies and improve accuracy

Evaluate

production costing

and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Provide

cost analysis reports

to support business decisions

Compile

weekly and monthly operational reports

Provide

user support and troubleshooting

for MIS systems

Liaise with

external MIS service providers

Perform

ad hoc estimating and administrative duties

Minimum Requirements

Minimum

5 years’ experience

in an estimating role (preferably within

printing, packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG

environments)

Grade 12 / Matric

Relevant qualification or certification in

Estimating, Costing, or Production Management

(advantageous)

Strong proficiency in

MS Office (Excel essential)

and estimating systems such as

Radius MIS and QlikView

Solid understanding of

production costing, pricing models, and tender processes

Key Competencies

High level of

attention to detail and accuracy

Strong

analytical and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work in a

fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Excellent

communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Strong

customer service orientation

Ability to follow

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Team player with a proactive

“can‑do” attitude

Flexible and adaptable during

peak workload periods

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