Trainee Costing & Estimating Assistant – Bury St Edmunds

Full-Time | Office-Based | ££ Starting on National Minimum Wage (Reviewed with Progression)

Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours per Week

Are you numerically savvy, detail-oriented, and eager to start your career in a dynamic industry? This is your chance to join a well-established specialist printing company in Bury St Edmunds as a Costing and Estimating Trainee — no prior experience in print required!

What You'll Gain

This is more than just a job — it's a career-building opportunity. You'll receive comprehensive in-house training and support as you learn the ropes of job costing, estimating, purchasing, and production planning. It's the perfect role if you're looking to grow and evolve with a successful, supportive team.

What You’ll Be Doing -Trainee Costing & Estimating Assistant – Bury St Edmunds

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to key business operations, including:

• Job Costing – Analysing order performance and profitability
• Estimating – Preparing quotes based on sales team requests
• Purchasing – Ordering materials, building supplier relationships, and coordinating with production
• Admin Support – General administrative duties such as filing
• Reporting – Assisting in job performance reports for directors

What We're Looking For -Trainee Costing & Estimating Assistant – Bury St Edmunds

• Strong numerical and planning skills
• Solid MS Office knowledge, especially Excel
• Analytical thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Enthusiasm to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development
• Bonus: Prior office or print experience (but not essential!)

Perks & Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave plus UK Bank Holidays
• Free Life Insurance
• Pension Scheme (after 6 months)
• Sick Pay Scheme (after 12 months)
• Optional Subsidised Private Healthcare
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free On-Site Parking and Unlimited Hot Drinks
• Profit Sharing Scheme (after 12 months)

Why Join Us?

We believe in developing talent from within. As a growing company with a strong reputation in the industry, we offer a positive, professional environment where your ideas are valued and your success is supported.

Ready to kickstart your career in a specialist industry with genuine development opportunities? Apply now and make your mark with us!