Inside Sales- Gear Quotation Specialist

JD Martin Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled switchgear quotations specialist to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and leveraging your product knowledge to negotiate with suppliers. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with contractors and engineers to deliver value-engineered solutions that win business. If you possess excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills and have a passion for serving others, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values hard work and a positive spirit, and make a significant impact in the electrical and electronics manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Experience quoting complex projects with high product knowledge.
• Ability to review technical requirements and project drawings.

Responsibilities

• Review bid packages and formulate project quotations.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and submit final proposals.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Design Assistance

Reading Project Drawings

Excel

Outlook

Word

PDF Editing (Blue Beam or Adobe)

Quote Tool

Design Software

Job description

JD Martin continues to grow in the LV/MV switchgear markets.

Are you an experienced switchgear quotations specialist with the ability to interpret specifications and one-lines? Are you able to work with contractors and engineers to value engineer projects that put you in a position to win business?

If so, JD Martin is looking for you.

What You’ll Do

A gear quotation specialist is responsible for reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience quoting moderate to high profile/complex projects that require a high level of product knowledge.
• Ability to review bid packages and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, project drawings, and documentation requirements.
• Ability to prepare and submit a final proposal with all required documentation.
• Ability to negotiate pricing with suppliers and offer value engineered solutions where applicable.
• Ability to participate in product meetings, seminars, and training schools to enhance and maintain personal product knowledge.
• Ability to gather and track feedback to be used to identify areas where pricing needs to be adjusted for future successful bids.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with customers, channel partners, and manufacturers.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to drive decisions with influence.
• Ability to assist in project design without manufacturing assistance.
• Ability to identify, read, and review project drawings (one-lines, gear specifications).
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe), quote tool, and design software.
• Ability to collaborate at all levels; including senior decision makers with customers and vendors.
• Work well within a team environment as well as independently with little daily supervision.
• Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business.

As a person, you’ll enjoy this role if you have:

• A positive outlook on life.
• A desire to serve others.
• A kind spirit.
• The ability to maintain a levelheaded demeanor in high-stress situations.
• A desire to work hard and have fun.
• The ability to look for the best in others.
• The ability to work well with a team.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing