Job Information
Consolidated Electrical Distributors Quotations Specialist in Omaha, Nebraska
Summary
Job title: Quotations Specialist
Job ID: 202454050004
Department: Omaha - 3E
Location: NE-Omaha
Description
Summary:
The Quotations Specialist is responsible for coordinating the bidding quotation process for customer requests and projects in an accurate and timely manner and in conjunction with the appropriate sales associates. Each quotation shall be prepared in a manner which reflects the branch’s sales and profitability objectives.
Reports to: PC Manager
Minimum Qualifications:
1 year of customer service experience
Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Be able to write and speak in English
Preferred Qualifications:
Multi-tasking abilities are a must
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to work and communicate in a team atmosphere
Must be a self starter
Working Conditions:
Working conditions will be standard to an office environment.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Essential Job Functions:
· Analyzes project blue prints and identifies required specifications to prepare a bill of materials needed.
· Prepares project bill of materials and submits to appropriate vendors for pricing information.
· Formulates the bid’s unique pricing strategy by combining the vendor’s pricing information received with the branch’s sales margin objectives; coordinates pricing strategy with appropriate sales and management representatives.
· Prepares and submits project bid proposals in a complete and accurate manner which reflects the formulated pricing strategy, assuring all submission deadlines are met.
· Maintains an accurate follow-up system for actively tracking bids and quotations provided to customers assuring no bid is left behind.
· Upon achievement of proposal award, coordinates the ordering and delivery processes with sales associates to assure that materials are delivered in accordance with the terms outlined in the bid proposal.
· Monitors the progress of ordering activities associated with bid projects to assure the accuracy of the bid’s pricing and terms.
· Prescribes limits of profit mark-up and evaluates profit performance on quotations with the Branch Manager to assure that performance is aligned with the branch’s sales and profitability objectives.
· Continuously communicates with customers throughout the quotation/bid process to share information related to products, manufacturer’s pricing, shipping requirements, etc.
· Establishes and maintains ethical, cooperative manufacturer relationships.
· Informs and educates relevant branch associates on pricing changes and strategies to assure all customer pricing is conducted on a consistent basis.
· Maintains current knowledge of inventory, including appropriate substitutions.
· Maintains a complete and updated library of manufacturer’s catalogs.
Other Responsibilities
· Attends product sales meetings and trainings to develop on-going product knowledge.
· Performs other duties as assigned or required to successfully complete the job.
CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran