Project Quotation Specialist – Electrical Lighting

Sonepar USA Inc; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional and personal development

Shareholder opportunity

Disability insurance

Life insurance for spouse and dependes

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Capital Electric, part of the Sonepar family, is hiring a Project Quotation Specialist to deliver accurate, competitive pricing for projects. You will read drawings, review specs, coordinate with project managers and suppliers, and produce timely quotes to help win bids.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in customer service in the electrical/lighting industry, strong math and IT skills, and a commitment to excellent service. This is a full-time on-site role offering comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• Lighting and/or Gear estimating experience is a plus.
• 1-2 years customer service experience - electrical/lighting industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good and dependable mathematic skills.
• Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Reliable, responsible, and a great work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate architectural and electrical drawings.
• Read and review lighting specifications.
• Foster and maintain excellent working relationships internally with project manager and outside sales rep.
• Interact with manufacturers and factory sales reps to produce competitive and timely pricing.
• Determine costs and sell amounts to maintain appropriate margins.
• Interact with contractors to follow up on pricing.
• Compile and analyze information from vendors.
• Ensure bid is inclusive of all mandatory requirements.
• Identify and review terms and dating purchase orders.
• Provide a complete and accurate quotation within the required time frame.
• Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen customer relationships.
• Stay current with new product information and emerging technologies.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Mathematics

Microsoft Office

Customer service experience

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Capital Electric, part of the Sonepar family, is hiring a Project Quotation Specialist to deliver accurate, competitive pricing for projects. You will read drawings, review specs, coordinate with project managers and suppliers, and produce timely quotes to help win bids.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in customer service in the electrical/lighting industry, strong math and IT skills, and a commitment to excellent service. This is a full-time on-site role offering comprehensive benefits.