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Quotations Specialist

Quotations Specialist

REXEL INCTampa, FL, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Summary :

The Quotations Specialist is responsible for establishing relationships with customers and vendors to secure pricing positions for bids. Responsible for reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

What You'll Do :

  • Quote low to moderate profile / complex projects
  • Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements
  • Work closely with Outside Sales or the branch(es) to discuss the strategy and approach for each proposal request
  • Format customer request into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review
  • Break down bid package and issue Request for Quotation (RFQ) to vendors for project quotation levels while communicating deadline, project information, and any additional pertinent information available
  • Receive pricing and put a bid tabulation together for review
  • Prepare and submit final proposal with all required documentation
  • May negotiate pricing with supplier and offer substitute products where appropriate
  • Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training schools to enhance and maintain personal product knowledge
  • Meet with the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels
  • Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
  • In addition to processing bids, increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge to new and existing customers
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications : Qualifications

  • High School or GED - Required

    • Experience :

    2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred

    Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred

    Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines

    Strong organizational skills

    Product and application knowledge being developed

    Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and problem-solving skills

    Knowledge of computer skills, specifically with Excel / Outlook / Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe) and appropriate quoting tools

    Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders

    Ability to collaborate with sales team, customers, and vendors

    Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business

    Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset / self-improvement and continuous learning

    Additional Information

    Physical Demands :

  • Sit : Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
  • Walk : Must be able to move about inside / outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel : Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl : Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab / under desks / in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
  • Climb or balance : Must be able to ascend / descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
  • Talk, hear, taste, smell : Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

    • Weight and Force Demands :

  • Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
  • Up to 25 pounds - None
  • Up to 50 pounds - None

    • Working Environment :

  • Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and / or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20%
  • Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - None
  • Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None
  • Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%

    • Disclaimer :

    “Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO / Disabled / Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

    For the state of Hawaii only, the pay range is $45,223.13 - $67,834.68, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission / Bonus Plan : Project House Plan

    Our Benefits Include :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401K with Employer Match
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health & Wellness Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • HSA Accounts
  • Commuter Transit Benefits
  • Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Professional Training & Development Programs
  • Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

    • Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.

    Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO / Disabled / Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

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