Electrical Bid & Quotation Specialist

Sonepar USA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer paid short term disability

Employer paid long term disability

Life insurance

401K match

Profit Sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Employee discount

Training for personal development

Job summary

Echo Electric, a Sonepar brand, is seeking a Gear Quotations Specialist in Columbus, OH. You will analyze project blueprints to prepare bills of materials, formulate pricing strategies with sales, and submit bid proposals accurately and on time.

Your role requires 3+ years in electrical and lighting products, a bachelor’s degree, and strong math, communication, and organization skills. You will monitor bid-related orders, maintain pricing terms, and support relationships with customers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in business or related field or equivalent on the job experience.
• 3+ years of experience with electrical and lighting products and other related project material.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret layouts.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes project blueprints to identify specifications for preparing a bill of materials.
• Formulates unique pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and management representatives.
• Submits project bid proposals accurately and within deadlines.
• Monitors ordering activities associated with bid projects to ensure pricing and terms accuracy.
• Communicates proactively with customers throughout the quotation/bid process.
• Stays informed about inventory, including appropriate product substitutions.
• Develops product knowledge and attends relevant training classes.
• Negotiates special pricing contracts and maintains accurate documentation.
• Fosters relationships with Sales Associates, Inside Sales Associates, and support personnel.
• Exchanges customers' needs information timely.

Skills

Electrical & lighting products

Blueprint reading

Pricing & bid coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in business or related field

Job description

Echo Electric, a Sonepar brand, is seeking a Gear Quotations Specialist in Columbus, OH. You will analyze project blueprints to prepare bills of materials, formulate pricing strategies with sales, and submit bid proposals accurately and on time.

Your role requires 3+ years in electrical and lighting products, a bachelor’s degree, and strong math, communication, and organization skills. You will monitor bid-related orders, maintain pricing terms, and support relationships with customers and