Gear Quotations Specialist

Graybar Electric Company; Diamond Bar, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Drug benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Day

Community Time Off

Educational Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company seeks a Gear Quotation Specialist to support Sales, Customer Service, and Operations by delivering accurate, compliant quotations for electrical gear and related solutions.

You will read drawings, prepare cost estimates, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure quotes meet technical and commercial standards while documenting pricing assumptions for smooth handoff to Order Management and Operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in switchgear or electrical distribution quotations, estimating, pricing, or technical sales support.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Four-year degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for LV and MV electrical gear, assemblies, and related materials.
• Read, interpret, and analyze single-line drawings, schematics, and layouts to identify equipment and accessories.
• Review customer specs and contracts to ensure quotations meet standards.
• Compile and organize bills of materials, drawings, and specs.
• Identify scope gaps and communicate clarification needs to Sales or customers.
• Evaluate competing BOMs and determine cost-effective solutions.
• Support submittals and revisions to align with drawings.
• Itemize accessories and third-party equipment in quotations.
• Contact manufacturers for pricing, lead times, and compliance verifications.
• Compute cost and sell pricing considering margins, inventory, logistics, and shipping.

Skills

Quotations experience

Customer service

Electrical distribution knowledge

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Make a difference.The Gear Quotation Specialist supports Sales, Customer Service, and Operations teams by developing accurate, compliant, and competitive quotations for electrical gear and related solutions. This role plays a critical part in driving profitable revenue while minimizing commercial and technical risk to the company. The Specialist supports branch and district sales strategies through timely, detailed, and well-documented responses to both internal and external customers. **In this role you will:*** Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical gear, assemblies, and related materials requested by Sales, Customer Service, and project teams.* Read, interpret, and analyze single-line electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts to accurately identify required LV and MV electrical equipment, ratings, configurations, and accessories.* Review and interpret customer specifications, project requirements, and contract documents to ensure quotations are compliant with technical, commercial, and customer-specific standards.* Compile, review, and organize bills of material (BOMs), drawings, and specifications using in-depth knowledge of manufactured products, engineered solutions, and available services.* Identify scope gaps, conflicts, or ambiguities between single-line drawings, specifications, and BOMs; proactively communicate clarification needs to Sales or customers.* Evaluate and compare competing manufacturers’ BOMs, configurations, and technical offerings to determine the most appropriate and cost-effective solution aligned with customer and specification requirements.* Support pre-submittals, submittals, resubmittals, and revisions, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and drawing intent prior to release.* Identify and itemize accessories, control options, and third-party equipment sourced externally as part of the quotation.* Contact manufacturers, factories, and authorized representatives to obtain pricing, lead times, technical clarifications, and compliance confirmations related to specifications and drawings.* Compute cost and sell pricing using multiple factors including margins, inventory availability, competitive environment, price validity, logistics, freight, handling, staging, and abnormal shipping requirements.* Identify and communicate technical and commercial risks related to equipment selection, specification compliance, lead times, or scope assumptions.* Ensure all quotations, customer approvals, and acknowledgments are properly documented to reduce liability and support audit and order execution requirements.* Maintain accurate digital job files, including drawings, specifications, correspondence, and pricing assumptions, to support smooth handoff to Order Management and Operations. **What you bring to the table:*** Minimum of 3 years of related experience in switchgear or electrical distribution quotations, estimating, pricing, or technical sales support.* Demonstrated business acumen with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.* High school diploma or GED required.* 4–5 years of experience quoting electrical low voltage gear, switchgear, or engineered electrical solutions within the electrical distribution or manufacturing industry preferred.* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities preferred.* Four-year degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. **Shift and Hours:** Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm**Compensation Details:** The expected rate of pay for this position is $33.00 per hour**The** **Value of Graybar:**At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:* Multiple plan options for **Medical, Dental, Vision,** and **Prescription Drug** benefits.* **Life Insurance** coverage for you and options for your family.* Save on expenses with **Flexible Spending Accounts**.* Enjoy our **Disability Benefits** at no cost to you.* Share in our success with P**rofit Sharing Plans**.* **401(k) Savings Plan** with company match to help secure your future.* **Paid Vacation** & **Sick Days** to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.* Rest and recharge during our **Paid Holidays** throughout the year.* Take advantage of our **Paid Wellness Day** to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.* Volunteer with **Community Time Off** to give back to the community.* **Predictable Work Schedules** to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.* Celebrate your and others' achievements with our **Employee Recognition Program**.* Reach your career goals with our **Educational Reimbursement** and **Career Development Programs**.* And **More Perks** that support your well-being and career growth.