Corporate Materials Estimator

Description

Why Join Us: When you become a part of Spartronics, you're joining a team of dedicated and talented, individuals who share a common goal - to win as one. We value talent, innovation, and a hunger for growth. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders in Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Science, and Industrial markets where our customers put full trust in us to deliver the most complex, highly regulated products that have to work the first time, every time.

With comprehensive services ranging from PCBA, subsystem integration, to full-box build, we support our clients throughout the entire product lifecycle. Our $500 million organization, with 1,100 dedicated employees, boasts a global manufacturing presence, including sites in the U.S. and Vietnam.

Corporate Materials Estimator

On-site – Spartronics, Brooksville, FL | Full-time, Monday–Friday

Job Overview:

At Spartronics, the Corporate Materials Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive material cost estimates based on customer requirements across the aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical industries. This role is a key member of the centralized quoting team, supporting multiple manufacturing sites and interfacing with internal stakeholders, Program Managers, and suppliers to deliver timely, high-quality material pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and format customer documentation packages—including BOMs, AMLs, drawings, custom parts, testing requirements, and Statements of Work—into functional quoting templates; perform deeper review of drawings and prints to identify requirements that may drive cost.
• Load and launch quotes to suppliers using quoting software; collaborate with suppliers via phone and email to solicit best pricing, lead times, and order quantities, and resolve requests for additional information.
• Review and analyze supplier responses to select optimal price, source, lead time, and order quantity based on customer requirements.
• Extract final selections into Excel and format into a materials report template for delivery to internal customers and stakeholders.
• Communicate proposal needs, progress updates, and results to stakeholders across Program Management, Sales, and Business Development.
• Provide regular feedback to suppliers on quote outcomes to improve response times and competitiveness.
• Work under the direction of the Corporate Material Quote Manager; collaborate with team members to ensure quote accuracy and share best practices.
• Maintain manufacturer commodity and pricing tables in quoting software for accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain organized quote records for reporting and future reference.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and regulatory standards. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required (eligible for Security Clearance)
• Education- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related technical field preferred; Associate's degree or equivalent experience considered
• 2+ years of experience in electronics purchasing, supply chain, or contract manufacturing preferred. Previous Internship experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or business would be considered.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency required; ability to interpret BOMs, drawings, and engineering specifications
• Experience with QuoteWin, SiliconExpert, or CalcuQuote preferred
• ERP/MRP system experience (Agile, ERP II) a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and within a team

Key Competencies:

• Technical Data Organization: Skilled in organizing and validating customer documentation packages for accurate, competitive bid proposals.

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex technical and financial data to drive optimal sourcing decisions.

• Supplier Collaboration: Effective at building supplier relationships and driving competitive responses through consistent communication and feedback.

• Collaborative Mindset: Works effectively across cross-functional teams and with external partners to ensure quote accuracy and on-time delivery.

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to accuracy and compliance across all quote and proposal deliverables.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge programs across the aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical sectors while developing deep expertise in materials quoting, supply chain analysis, and competitive bid strategy.

Career Progression:

This role provides an excellent foundation for career advancement within Spartronics.

Potential career paths include:

• Project Proposal Manager: Leading end-to-end proposal execution across cross-functional teams, from PM/BD handoff through final customer delivery.

• Commodity Manager: Overseeing strategic sourcing and supplier relationships for specific product categories to drive cost reduction and supply chain resilience.

• Corporate Materials Quote Manager: Overseeing the preparation, coordination, and delivery of all quote types across multiple Spartronics sites, leading cross-functional kick-off meetings, managing quote strategy with Sales and Program Management, and driving continuous improvement in quoting accuracy and on-time delivery.

These roles offer expanded responsibility, strategic decision-making, and leadership opportunities within our organization.

Join Our Journey: If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win as one, while we build products lives depend on.

Compensation:

This is an exempt level position. Compensation is based on experience in purchasing, education, and prior experience in supporting quoting.

Join Our Journey:

If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.

Our Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans.
• HSA/FSA Options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) promote a healthy work-life balance and improve overall well-being.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance equal to one times your annual salary, with options to increase coverage amounts.
• Basic Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance (company paid), with options to increase coverage amounts.
• Voluntary insurance plans at a group discount.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding

Spartronics is an equal opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4.