Lighting Quotes Specialist

Van-Meter; Langdon (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Meter seeks a Lighting Quotations Specialist to support the Lighting Team and customers by pricing from vendor catalogs for new quotes and ongoing projects. The role includes building a lighting bill of materials from blueprints and assisting customers in product selection on design-build jobs.

Esteemed candidate will negotiate pricing with manufacturers, prepare submittals, and communicate lead-times. Strong Excel/Adobe skills and lighting product knowledge are highly valued.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience preferred
• Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe skills are essential
• Knowledge of Eclipse preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required
• Knowledge and experience with lighting products and distribution is preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare a take-off for the lighting bill of material from blueprints/specifications
• Assist customers with lighting product selection and application
• Negotiate pricing with lighting manufacturers and customers
• Prepare submittals for approval and O&M manuals using Adobe
• Provide lead-times for quotations and assist with customer service when needed
• Build and maintain customer relationships

Skills

Customer focus

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Education

College degree preferred

3 years experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

Outlook

Adobe

Eclipse

Job description

Summary

The Lighting Quotations Specialist plays a crucial role at supporting our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve by supporting the Lighting Team and Lighting customers. The position is responsible for providing pricing from our various vendors for the lighting department’s new quotes, existing projects, and opportunities from the outside sales team. The successful candidate will work closely with their team and their customers by creating a lighting Bill of Material from a blueprint or working with a customer to suggest lighting products on design-build projects. The Lighting Quotations Specialist is seen as a champion for the company culture, our 5 P’s and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Prepare a take-off for the lighting bill of material from blueprints/specifications
• Assist customers with lighting product selection and application
• Negotiate pricing with lighting manufacturers and customers
• Prepare submittals for approval and O&M manuals using Adobe
• Provide lead-times for quotations and assist with customer service when needed
• Build and maintain customer relationships

Critical Success Factors:

• Customer Focused
• Ability to proactively analyze, identify & then follow up to resolve discrepancies
• Detailed-Oriented
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Self motivated
• Drive for continuous improvement
• Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude

Job Requirements/Specifications:

• College degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience preferred
• Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe skills are essential
• Knowledge of Eclipse preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills via phone, email and in person are required
• Knowledge and experience with lighting products and distribution is preferred

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Consistently sitting, working with hands & fingers, talking, hearing, vision acuity-near, works with others, customer contact, and work indoors
• Frequently vision acuity-far, depth perception, and field of vision
• Sometimes standing, walking, reaching, vision adjustment, color vision, and driving
• Occasionally lifting, carrying, bending at the waist, twisting upper body, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, works alone, cold, heat, temperature changes, wet, humid, noise, vibration, confined area, high places, work outdoors, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, explosive materials, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Van Meter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.