Reporting to the Senior Estimator, the Intern: Estimator will be responsible for learning to make cost estimates for all printing divisions, sourcing outwork and creating job tickets

Focus Areas:

• Cost estimates across all print divisions.
• Sourcing of outwork.
• Work with Sales team to ensure all RFQ's are turned around on time.

• Review and analyse requests received by customers to prepare and provide a quotation, considering materials, labour cost, time etc.
• Provide suitable alternatives or suggestions to the customer based on the request with adequate information being supplied for the customer to make an informed decision.
• Look at multiple ways to execute a job and use Quick Easy to provide comprehensive & accurate quotations to the customer.
• Provide quote revisions based on any changes.
• Work closely with the sales team to ensure turnaround times on quotes are met.
• Act as a client liaison where required.
• All paperwork and relevant supporting documentation to be saved in accordance with easy-to-understand naming conventions and accessibility.
• Assist with internal sales tickets where necessary.
• Assist with any other ad-hoc functions as required by management.
• Project analysis: Review customer briefs, artwork, and specifications to determine requirements.
• Cost calculation: Estimate costs for paper, ink, coatings, press time, bindery, finishing, packaging, and logistics.
• Vendor liaison: Obtain updated material pricing from suppliers and negotiate competitive rates.
• Quotation preparation: Develop detailed proposals balancing competitive pricing with company profit margins.
• Risk management: Identify potential production inefficiencies, waste allowances, and risks in job execution.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, production, procurement, and design teams to ensure smooth project handovers.
• Continuous improvement: Refine costing models, track historical job data, and mentor junior estimators.
• Adhere to strict deadlines with prominent timelines.
• Any related duty over and above this JD.

• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working for a Print Company.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in Print Estimating.
• Degree in Estimation, Finance Management, Accounting or relevant qualification.
• Matric certificate with strong English & Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy.
• Relevant Tertiary qualification an added advantage,
• Reliable transport

• Strong understanding of print (Litho & Digital) processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft.
• Strong proficiency in Quick Easy/Dolphin (Advantageous) or other estimation platforms.
• Very strong attention to detail.