HW Sales Estimator

Hollister-Whitney; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

HSA

401(K) / Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Plum Benefits

Job summary

Hollister-Whitney inside sales and estimating specialist in Quincy, IL, supports speed-to-quote and order conversion while aligning with engineering. The role requires analyzing customer needs, coordinating information, and producing accurate estimates for each project.

Base responsibilities include reviewing documents, communicating with customers, and using product configuration software to prepare quotes for the sales team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent certification.
• 3-5+ years working in a Sales environment.
• Proven experience as an Estimator or similar position.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience utilizing product configuration software.
• In-depth knowledge of construction product specifications.
• Familiarity with elevator products or similar construction equipment.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
• Thoroughness, reliability, and ability to input, and analyze data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Become knowledgeable of all product lines
• Understand customer jobs, projects, specifications, and their requirements
• Provide top-notch customer service, maintain a constant flow of information to all parties and build relationships with Customers.
• Gather required information from the job and contractor/consultant, if there are discrepancies in any documents, they will reach out to the customer and verify information – via email, or telephone.
• Conduct research to obtain data on optional equipment and engineering requirements
• Use software for estimate options selections and estimate creation
• Obtain and review offers and quotes by other contractors
• Create and submit estimate reports to sales management team
• Schedule and manage project timelines and ensure all obligations are fulfilled while meeting desired deadlines requested by Customers and Supervisor
• Interface with key engineering and technical staff to ensure estimates meet customer and specification requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Sales experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Product configuration software

Job description

Hollister-Whitney Inside Sales & Estimating Specialist

Regular Position, Full Time

If you are a forward-thinker interested in fostering a dynamic and supportive environment, then keep reading! We are searching for a result-oriented Inside Sales and Estimating Specialist to join the Hollister-Whitney team. The role will be instrumental in supporting Hollister-Whitney and will directly impact speed-to-quote, order conversion, and customer adoption.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. The Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.

The Inside Sales & Estimating Specialist is responsible for thoroughly reviewing documents, collecting data required to customize equipment to comply with specific customer needs, and reaching out to customers for further information before creating an accurate Estimate. The Estimate will be converted to an order and released to the Application Engineering Dept. for any engineering requirement or manufacturing.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent certification
• 3-5+ years working in a Sales environment
• Proven experience as an Estimator or similar position
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience utilizing product configuration software
• In-depth knowledge of construction product specifications
• Familiarity with elevator products or similar construction equipment
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
• Thoroughness, reliability, and ability to input, and analyze data
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Duties And Responsibilities

A typical day may include:

• Become knowledgeable of all product lines
• Understand customer jobs, projects, specifications, and their requirements
• Provide top-notch customer service, maintain a constant flow of information to all parties and build relationships with Customers.
• Gather required information from the job and contractor/consultant, if there are discrepancies in any documents, they will reach out to the customer and verify information – via email, or telephone.
• Conduct research to obtain data on optional equipment and engineering requirements
• Use software for estimate options selections and estimate creation
• Obtain and review offers and quotes by other contractors
• Create and submit estimate reports to sales management team
• Schedule and manage project timelines and ensure all obligations are fulfilled while meeting desired deadlines requested by Customers and Supervisor
• Interface with key engineering and technical staff to ensure estimates meet customer and specification requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Annual Salary: $58,000-64,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• HSA
• 401(K)/ Company Match/ Non-Elective
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plum Benefits
• … and more!

Position Details

• Full time
• Day shifts, generally 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Based in Quincy, IL
• Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.