Industrial Quotation Specialist

Guillevin International Co.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Guillevin International Co. in Edmonton, Alberta is seeking an Industrial Quotation Specialist to support the Business Centre by preparing quotes, coordinating with customers and suppliers, and ensuring accurate pricing.

You will read project specifications, gather quotes, and help close orders while maintaining strong product knowledge and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial experience preferable.
• Demonstrated people skills and excellent communication.
• Strong organisational abilities and customer service orientation.
• Electrical product knowledge required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Answers calls promptly and professionally, listens to customers, understands and fulfils their needs.
• Responds to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Negotiates special prices and conditions with customers/vendors as per manager criteria.
• Resolves customer service issues and follows up on commitments.
• Suggests associated/alternate products to generate incremental sales.
• Prepares accurate quotes and organizes data for build history.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Electrical product knowledge

Customer focus

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Industrial Quotation Specialist Status: Regular, Full time Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Job Description Reporting to the Business Center Manager, the Industrial Quotation Specialist will have the following responsibilities:

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answers calls promptly and professionally, listens attentively to the customers, understands, and fulfils their needs.
• Responds to the customer's inquiries in a timely manner.
• On some occasions, negotiates special prices and conditions with customers and/or vendors as per criteria established by his Manager.
• Takes necessary action to resolve customer service issues in a timely manner and follows-up and verifies commitments are met afterwards.
• Proactively suggests associated and/or alternate products as needed.
• Promotes focus product items to generate incremental sales.
• Quickly informs the appropriate person (Business Centre Manager, Outside Salesperson) of customer feedback with regards to price, products, service, etc.
• Knows how to read suppliers/project reports such as the Industrial Info Resources to identify well in advance and qualify Projects that are a good fit for the Business Centre to pursue.
• Identify all customers quoting on a job, who is key, gain their commitment and gain support of key Suppliers to work with us exclusively on the job.
• Establish the list of all material needed on a Quote based on specifications: understand take-off procedure and importance of documenting exceptions to specifications.
• Obtain price quotes from all approved vendors including alternate approvals.
• Verify all terms & conditions of vendors' quotes and following GIC's Terms & Conditions for major projects.
• Organize all quotes & data to prepare our accurate and timely quote and build history.
• Proper pricing of quote ensuring best cost from key Supplier; discussing GM% level with Manager factoring feedback from salesman.
• Assure timely delivery of our quotes to our key customers prior to closing.
• Follow-up with customer, salesmen, or manager on quote to secure / close the order at time of closing.
• Maintains their technical knowledge up to date on various product lines and broaden system knowledge.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of industrial Industry experience preferable, or a combination of relevant professional training and experience.
• Demonstrated people skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Electrical Product knowledge.
• Must be customer service driven.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What’s in it for you

We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Our dynamic work environment promotes autonomy and decision making, and offers great career opportunities.

What sets us apart is our:

• Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishmentsis part of our culture.

A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.

Among our benefits:

• Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.
• Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.
• Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.
• Charging terminals available at our facilities.
• Years of Service Recognition Program.

Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen! Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Founded in 1906, Guillevin is a major player in Canadian distribution, recognized for its field expertise and strong partnerships with trusted brands in electrical, lighting, renewable energy, telecommunications, and automation. Active in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional markets, we create sustainable value where it truly matters. With more than 120 locally managed autonomous centers across the country, we operate at the heart of the markets we serve, close to our customers and their field realities. Our business model makes all the difference: Our local teams are agile, autonomous, and able to respond quickly to find the right solution, even for the most complex needs. We are true business partners. We understand your challenges, anticipate your needs, and work with you to find solutions that move your ambitions forward. This same culture of autonomy and collaboration drives our internal teams. At Guillevin, every employee plays a meaningful role in our collective success with the freedom to act, the pride to take initiative, and the desire to make a difference every day. Join our teams geared to make it happen!