Strategic Quoting & Cost Optimization Specialist

Electrical Components International; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Components International is seeking a Quoting Specialist to support MRG in Norwood, MA. The role focuses on assisting with customer quotes, managing account documentation, and ensuring clear communication between internal teams and clients.

It reports to the Inside Sales Manager and is an on-site position in Norwood, MA. Ideal candidates bring experience in cost estimation, quoting, and technical sales within manufacturing, with strong administrative and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business administration, sales, or related field (preferred but not required).
• Proven experience in cost estimation, quoting, or technical sales within a manufacturing.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist data entry and order processing.
• Support quote and account management workflows.
• Gather information from sales, engineering, and production for quotes.
• Prepare detailed quotes with labor, materials, tooling, and overhead.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and availability with suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales and BD teams on proposals.
• Develop cost models to improve quoting accuracy.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quoting

Technical sales

Communication

Analytical skills

Vendor negotiation

Documentation

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in business administration, sales, or related field

Tools

Systems proficiency

Job description

Electrical Components International is seeking a Quoting Specialist to support MRG in Norwood, MA. The role focuses on assisting with customer quotes, managing account documentation, and ensuring clear communication between internal teams and clients.

It reports to the Inside Sales Manager and is an on-site position in Norwood, MA. Ideal candidates bring experience in cost estimation, quoting, and technical sales within manufacturing, with strong administrative and multitasking abilities.