Quotations Specialist

Platt Electric Supply; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Rexel USA is seeking a Quotations Specialist to join the Platt team in Sacramento, CA. This role focuses on building customer/vendor relationships and securing pricing for bids, with responsibilities spanning bid review, RFQ issuance, pricing negotiation, and final proposal submission.

You will collaborate with Outside Sales and branches to shape bidding strategy, maintain product knowledge, and use digital tools to grow business. Strong Excel and quoting tool skills are valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred.
• High School or GED - Required.

Responsibilities

• Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects.
• Review bid package and requirements including technical, commercial, and documentation needs.
• Work with Outside Sales or branches to discuss strategy for proposals.
• Format customer requests into standardized bid spreadsheets.
• Break down bid package and issue RFQs to vendors for pricing.
• Receive pricing and prepare bid tabulations for review.
• Prepare and submit final proposals with required documentation.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and suggest substitutes when appropriate.
• Participate in product meetings and training to maintain knowledge.
• Meet with team to discuss vendor strategy and margins.
• Establish relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Leverage digital tools to sell or demonstrate product knowledge to customers.

Skills

Customer service

Project management

Electrical distribution

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Quotation tools

Education

High School or GED

Tools

PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe)

Blue Beam

Job description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description

We are looking for a Quotations Specialist to join our PLATT team in Sacramento, CA!

Summary:

The Quotations Specialist is responsible for establishing relationships with customers and vendors to secure pricing positions for bids. Responsible for reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

What You'll Do:

• Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects
• Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements
• Work closely with Outside Sales or the branch(es) to discuss the strategy and approach for each proposal request
• Format customer request into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review
• Break down bid package and issue Request for Quotation (RFQ) to vendors for project quotation levels while communicating deadline, project information, and any additional pertinent information available
• Receive pricing and put a bid tabulation together for review
• Prepare and submit final proposal with all required documentation
• May negotiate pricing with supplier and offer substitute products where appropriate
• Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training schools to enhance and maintain personal product knowledge
• Meet with the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
• In addition to processing bids, increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge to new and existing customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred
• Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred
• High School or GED - Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Product and application knowledge being developed
• Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe) and appropriate quoting tools
• Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate with sales team, customers, and vendors
• Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business
• Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset/self-improvement and continuous learning

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly - at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly - at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20%

Working Environment:

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally - up to 20%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

For the state of California only, the pay is $25.37 to $26.00, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission/Bonus Plan: Project House Plan

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.