General Information
Job ID
ATR55054
Posting Job Title
Senior Estimator
Locations
North Richmond
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
25-Sep-2025
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
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We are looking for a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating activities to support the Sales team in tender processes.
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* Will lead general quoting/ pricing activities, maintain customer specifications and master data tables.
* A successful Estimator combines technical expertise, analytical skills, and commercial awareness to support strategic decision-making and contribute to the financial success of the organization.
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* Lead estimation and pricing activities including e.g tenders, one-off quotes, short lead time quotes and under MOQ pricing
* Manage and maintain customer specifications to develop competitive cost estimates
* Lead the development of custom plans based on multiple factors including quantity, stock, print components, plate making, print treatments, print operations, cutting, finishing and WestRock capabilities.
* Support and maintain the operational master data tables including but not limited to Bill Of Material data tables, FG production specification data tables, production master data tables, job specification master data tables, tooling library and sales estimation master data tables.
* Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to improve processes and enhance the performance in producing estimates and fulfilling customer orders.
* Review and update production estimate requirements, including master data, product/ job specifications, FG Item master data tables and ensure estimates reflection of actual.
* Provide required analysis & reporting
* Undertake system improvements and enhance the estimation and virtual work tickets preparation.
* Assist in the review of Job Costing
* Recommend cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality or compliance.
KPI (Key Performance Indicator)
* Estimation โ timeliness and accuracy.
* Pricing โ timeliness and accuracy.
* Optimise opportunity to run SKU's with appropriate asset.
* Accuracy of production data estimates
* Accuracy and timeliness of commercial team responses.
* Accuracy of jobs in production
* Quality of master data tables
* Efficiency improvements.
* Accuracy of Tooling cost and recharges.
* Accuracy of job / standard costing.
* Simplified processes and streamlined work- no duplication
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* Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering or a math-related discipline2+ years of prior work experience in planning or estimating role, preferably in manufacturing industry
* Understanding of print manufacturing processes preferred
* Proficient with Microsoft Office productivity tools and Excel
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* Technical knowledge of Printing and Carton board manufacturing processes including materials and machine capabilities
* Mathematical and analytical skills
* Attention to detail and critical thinking
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Good time management /organisational skills to deliver on commitments
* Influencing skills
* Team Player
* Connects with Westrock values Integrity, Respect, Safety and Loyalty
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Apply now to become a part of a team that values your skills and supports your growth.
We are committed to shaping a sustainable future for generations to come. Creating the future together.
* Smurfit WestRock
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.