Power Distribution Specialist

The Kendall Group, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Power Distribution Specialist to join its team. This role involves establishing quotations, interfacing with sales, negotiating project terms, and managing projects post-order.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma, with strong skills in customer service and project management. Preferred candidates may hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sales, product, or industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution products and planning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well cross-functionally and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with customers, sales teams, and vendors to gather project requirements.
• Review technical specifications to assess equipment and service needs.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive quotations for Power Distribution projects.
• Purchase appropriate equipment for projects.
• Provide post-order project management intervention as necessary.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Service excellence

Results-oriented and action-oriented

Accountability and responsibility

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Kendall Group is a 100% employee‑owned company operating across eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states, serving electrical, automation, pipe, valve, fittings, steam, lighting, industrial controls, and instrumentation industries.

Role Summary

Reporting to the department or location, the Power Distribution Specialist is a key member of the power distribution team responsible for establishing competitive quotations, interfacing with sales force to negotiate and close orders, purchasing, post‑order project management, and assisting with negotiating project terms and conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with customers, sales teams, and vendors to gather project requirements and analyze specifications.
• Review technical specifications, drawings, and other project documentation to accurately assess equipment and service needs.
• Utilize quotation software to prepare accurate and comprehensive quotations for Power Distribution projects.
• Purchase appropriate equipment for Power Distribution projects.
• Provide post‑order project management intervention as necessary.
• Represent the company at all times in a positive manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Service excellence
• Results‑oriented and action‑oriented
• Accountability and responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sales, product, or industry experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution products and planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to multi‑task and shift priorities as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well cross‑functionally and provide excellent internal and external customer service.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in power distribution systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field.

Physical, Mental and Visual Skills

• Regularly required to sit, talk and hear, and sit for up to 8 hours per day.
• Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

EEO Statement

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.