Coordinator Quotations

Graybar • Omaha, NE

120d • $32

About The Position

As a Coordinator - Quotations Department, you will support the Quotation Department and branch management, which has the overall responsibility to provide others with accurate and timely costing, quoting, pricing, and technical information based on customer specifications. You will conduct extensive research and analysis of multiple product lines and manufacturing capabilities in order to generate quotations that result in generating a profit for the organization and repeat business from the customer. This position will focus on lighting quotes.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience required.
• Related experience communicating and negotiating with customers, suppliers, and/or manufacturers.
• 4+ years of experience preferred: Sales, negotiations, pricing, and building relationships.
• 2 year degree preferred.
• Knowledge of multiple product lines and pricing strategies required to generate quotations that result in profit for the organization.
• Knowledge of SAP programs used to support the Quotations process.
• Knowledge of logistics strategies.
• Mathematical skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the Company.
• Ability to maintain and grow product knowledge and applications.
• Ability to think strategically to create a quote that will result in a sale.
• Ability to develop and build relationships at all influence points.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates of materials for internal and external customers; compile bills of material utilizing knowledge of products to be manufactured; itemize tools, fixtures, or equipment to be purchased from outside sources.
• Consult with factories and representatives to obtain best-cost information; compute cost estimates; and audit manufacturers' bills of material.
• Conduct extensive research prior to submitting quotation that involves identifying customer requirements and performance standards, determine product specifications, and research manufacturing alternatives.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of competitors' products and services in an effort to identify strategic opportunities that will enhance the organization's overall ability to compete in the market.
• Complete and submit accurate and thorough technical quotations against tight deadlines established by customers based on technical specifications required by customer.
• Support the change order process and job lot billing in some branches.
• Periodically issue list of quotes to be used or already used and take-offs required by sales employees.
• Support Corporate, district, and branch initiatives regarding specific sales promotional opportunities.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending specialized training on various product lines, review publications, and establish personal networks and relationships with customers, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Benefits

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
• Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Paid Wellness Day.
• Community Time Off.
• Predictable Work Schedules.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Associate degree