Estimator - Furniture
Summary
Creates cost estimates and procurement plans for furniture projects, coordinating with suppliers and clients to ensure accurate pricing and material availability in Dubai.
- Preparing estimates and Bill of Quantities for projects received.
- Assisting with the production feasibility studies and estimates from minimal design information, through to detailed cost plans.
- Interfacing with the clients and consultants in the pre award stage.
- All major strategic procurement from identification of approved materials, verifying quantities as per the plan v/s actual.
- Working closely with suppliers and clients to improve operation and reduce probable costs while project executions.
- Coordination with the operation manager and the BDE.
- Coordinating with procurement advising on supply constraints, forecast information or products, recommendation on alternative products, push through scheduling of orders, reports on order status etc.
- Monitors and prepares cost variations.
- Verifies & certifies suppliers and vendor's invoices and quotes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an Estimator in the upholstery and furniture manufacturing industry.
- Strong understanding of upholstery and furniture manufacturing processes, materials, and finishes.
- Familiarity with CAD software and other estimation tools is advantageous.
- Excellent mathematical and analytical skills to perform accurate calculations.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to interpret project specifications and blueprints.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills to collaborate with internal teams and suppliers.
- Time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering reliable estimates.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and eco-friendly materials in furniture manufacturing is a plus.