Quote Lead

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Job Title: Quote Lead
Pay: up to £48K DOE, however we would be interested to speak with the candidates from the lower lever of the band (approx. £30K).
Location: Newport
Start Date: Immediate
Shift: Monday - Thursday 08:00am - 16:30pm. Friday 07:00am - 12:30pm
JDR is recruiting on behalf of a well-established electronics manufacturing client based in Newport.
The Role:
The Quote Lead plays a key role in supporting the Proposals Manager by generating accurate global labour and standard build times to support competitive and profitable quotations for both new and existing customers.
The position involves interpreting customer data packs, engineering drawings, and build specifications to produce standard labour times using automated tools and manual estimation for non-standard processes. Working closely with Production Engineering, NPI, Test, Purchasing, and wider Engineering teams, the role ensures labour standards accurately reflect physical build data and evolving processes.
The role also contributes to continuous improvement by reviewing existing build times, identifying optimisation and automation opportunities, and supporting quotation accuracy and margin improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Proposals Manager in producing quotations for new and existing customers
Interpret customer-supplied data packs, including drawings, specifications, and documentation
Log and manage RFQs, create and maintain central quote folders, and keep departmental records up to date
Generate standard labour times using automated tools for standard processes and manual estimation for non-standard activities (e.g. integration, conformal coating, hand soldering)
Coordinate with NPI, Production Engineering, Test, and Purchasing teams to produce accurate standard times
Provide completed standard times to documentation control for system upload
Support the Purchasing bid function and develop skills to provide cover where required
Review existing build times and monitor processes to ensure standards reflect actual build data
Identify opportunities for process optimisation and automation to support margin improvement
About You:
Proficient in Excel, Word, and Valor
Ability to interpret engineering drawings
Working knowledge of eDrawings and BOM Connector (or willingness to learn)
Strong attention to detail and mechanical reasoning
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service mindset
Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple requests
Willingness to take ownership and push beyond comfort zones
Confident IT user
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C (or equivalent) and above
The Benefits:
25 days holiday + bank holiday (Increase with length of service)
Competitive monthly pay
Contributory pension scheme, including salary sacrifice options
Statutory Sick Pay from day one
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Subsidised on-site canteen serving hot meals, snacks, and drinks
Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit available daily
Free on-site parking
Birthday meal voucher to celebrate your special day
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering:
Access to GP services 24/7
Confidential counselling and wellbeing support
Occupational Health support when needed
Mental Health First Aiders available on site
Cycle to Work Scheme
About Us:
JDR Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

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Location:
Newport
Salary:
£45,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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