Senior Quote Specialist

Core and Main; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main is seeking a Quote Specialist to support and quote projects for top customers, potentially across multiple locations. You will assist the sales team by providing technical information and product knowledge, while delivering high levels of customer service on closed bids and quotes.

Responsibilities include managing bids, correlating cost data to bid timing, and preparing formal quotations and submittals with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline; MS/MA preferred in some cases.
• Generally 5–8 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas.
• Strong knowledge of bidding, quotes, and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage bids and call on municipalities; attend openings and promote products.
• Correlate cost information with bid requirements and timelines.
• Prepare formal quotations and submittals with minimal direction.
• Enter purchase orders and follow up with customers to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Maintain and log projects and support project management activities.

Skills

Project management

Bid management

Customer service

Quotation knowledge

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related discipline

Job description

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.Job SummarySupport and quote projects for top or key customers. May have responsibility for multiple locations or region. Support the sales team and possibly other Quote Specialists by providing technical information and product knowledge. Provide a high level of customer service while fulfilling closed bids and quotes.Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key AccountabilitiesManage bids, calling on municipalities, attending openings, promoting products and following up on bid awards.Correlate all cost information within time frame and bid date and time needed by contractors and sales.Prepare formal quotations and submittals with minimal direction. Enter purchase orders and follow up with customers to ensure orders are filled promptly.Manage RFG's checking with purchasing agent/buyer for pending RFG's and searching internet for new RFG's.Maintain and log projects for quotations.Assists with project management and coordinate deliverables.Acts as focal point for questions concerning specifics of quotes and proposals.Prepares monthly reports tracking quotation activity and key metrics. Meets with customers and strengthens professional relationships.Nature and ScopeIdentifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contributes to employees professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.Work EnvironmentMost of the time is spent sitting or standing in the same location or there may be a need to stoop regularly or move/lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 pounds).Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.Minimum QualificationsMust be a minimum of 18 years of age or olderMust pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicableEducation and ExperienceTypically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in related field. Certification is required in some areas.Preferred QualificationsBroad knowledge of product lines.Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.For more information, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov