Strategic Electrical Gear Quotation Specialist

Graybar Electric Company; Diamond Bar, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Drug benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Day

Community Time Off

Educational Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company seeks a Gear Quotation Specialist to support Sales, Customer Service, and Operations by delivering accurate, compliant quotations for electrical gear and related solutions.

You will read drawings, prepare cost estimates, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure quotes meet technical and commercial standards while documenting pricing assumptions for smooth handoff to Order Management and Operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in switchgear or electrical distribution quotations, estimating, pricing, or technical sales support.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Four-year degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for LV and MV electrical gear, assemblies, and related materials.
• Read, interpret, and analyze single-line drawings, schematics, and layouts to identify equipment and accessories.
• Review customer specs and contracts to ensure quotations meet standards.
• Compile and organize bills of materials, drawings, and specs.
• Identify scope gaps and communicate clarification needs to Sales or customers.
• Evaluate competing BOMs and determine cost-effective solutions.
• Support submittals and revisions to align with drawings.
• Itemize accessories and third-party equipment in quotations.
• Contact manufacturers for pricing, lead times, and compliance verifications.
• Compute cost and sell pricing considering margins, inventory, logistics, and shipping.

Skills

Quotations experience

Customer service

Electrical distribution knowledge

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Graybar Electric Company seeks a Gear Quotation Specialist to support Sales, Customer Service, and Operations by delivering accurate, compliant quotations for electrical gear and related solutions.

You will read drawings, prepare cost estimates, coordinate with manufacturers, and ensure quotes meet technical and commercial standards while documenting pricing assumptions for smooth handoff to Order Management and Operations.