Pricing & Quotations Specialist

Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. is hiring a Coordinator in the Quotations Department in Charlotte, NC. You will support the Quotation Department and branch management by providing accurate costing, pricing, and technical information tailored to customer specifications.

You will research product lines and manufacturing options to generate quotes that drive profit and repeat business. The role requires at least 1 year of experience, with 2+ years preferred in sales, pricing, and relationship

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience required.
• Experience may be increased at hiring manager’s discretion depending on location/scope/complexity.
• 2+ years of experience preferred: Sales, negotiations, pricing, and building relationships.
• Knowledge of SAP programs used to support the Quotations process.
• Knowledge of logistics strategies.
• Mathematical skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates of materials for internal and external customers.
• Compile bills of material utilizing knowledge of products to be manufactured.
• Itemize tools, fixtures, or equipment to be purchased from outside sources.
• Consult with factories and representatives to obtain best-cost information.
• Compute cost estimates.
• Audit manufacturers’ bills of material.
• Conduct extensive research prior to submitting quotation that involves identifying customer requirements and performance standards, determine product specifications, and research manufacturing alternatives.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of competitors’ products and services to identify strategic opportunities that will enhance the organization’s competitive position.
• Submit accurate and thorough technical quotations against deadlines based on customer specs.
• Support change order process and job lot billing in some branches.
• Periodically issue list of quotes to be used or already used and take-offs required by sales employees.
• Support corporate, district, and branch initiatives regarding sales promotions.
• Maintain professional knowledge by attending training and reviews, and building relationships with customers, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Skills

Negotiation

Math skills

Communication

Time management

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

2 year degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. is hiring a Coordinator in the Quotations Department in Charlotte, NC. You will support the Quotation Department and branch management by providing accurate costing, pricing, and technical information tailored to customer specifications.

You will research product lines and manufacturing options to generate quotes that drive profit and repeat business. The role requires at least 1 year of experience, with 2+ years preferred in sales, pricing, and relationship