Quote Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary

Support and quote all projects for customers. Support the Enterprise Sales team by providing technical information and product knowledge.

Provide a high level of customer service while fulfilling closed bids and quotes.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Manages bids, calling on municipalities, attending openings, promoting products and following up on bid awards. Correlates all cost information within time frame of bid date and time needed by contractors and sales
• Prepares formal quotations and submittals under the direction of project managers. Enters purchase orders and follow up with customers to ensure orders are filled promptly.
• Manages RFQ's, checking with purchasing agent / buyer for pending RFQ's and searching internet for new RFQ's.
• Maintains and logs projects for quotations.
• Assists with project management and coordinates deliverables.
• Acts as focal point for questions concerning specifics of quotes and proposals. Prepares monthly reports tracking quotation activity and key metrics.
• Meets with customers and strengthens professional relationships.

Nature and Scope

Works in compliance with established procedures and / or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems.

Demonstrates skill in data analysis, techniques by resolving missing / incomplete information, inconsistencies / anomalies in routine research / data.

• Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and / or supervisor.
• May provide general guidance / direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Trade school or other certification a plus
• College Degree a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of product lines for water and sewer products.
• Understanding of pipe used in water & sewer systems - ductile iron, PVC, HDPE, etc.
• Prior working experience with water / wastewater manufacturers, vendors, and reps.

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About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States.

Operating approximately 275 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure.

Core & Main's 3,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive.

Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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