Lighting Quotations Specialist-Indianapolis, IN

Sonepar • Indianapolis, IN

35d

About The Position

The Lighting Quotations Coordinator plays a pivotal role in coordinating the bidding quotation process for customer requests and projects, ensuring accuracy and timeliness while aligning with sales and profitability objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in business or related field or equivalent on the job experience as determined by Echo Electric.
• 2+ years of experience with electrical and lighting products and other related project material.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once while ensuring accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills to keep track of various projects at different phases.
• Customer and vendor relationship building and maintenance skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints and spec layouts.
• Strong attention to details and demonstrated follow-up skills.
• Demonstrated time management, including the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Personal characteristic of flexibility to adapt to changing workload volume or shifting priorities.
• Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of light fixtures, fixture schedules and lighting controls is a bonus

Responsibilities

• Manage and track multiple lighting projects at once to ensure accurate, timely quotations that support sales and customer satisfaction.
• Analyzes project blueprints to identify light fixtures and controls specifications for preparing a bill of materials.
• Formulates unique pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and management representatives.
• Submits project bid proposals accurately and within deadlines.
• Monitors ordering activities associated with bid projects to ensure pricing and terms accuracy.
• Communicates proactively with customers throughout the quotation/bid process.
• Stays informed about inventory, including appropriate product substitutions.
• Develops and enhances product knowledge, attending relevant training classes.
• Negotiates special pricing contracts and maintain accurate documentation.
• Serve as a reliable point of contact by resolving questions, following up proactively, and maintaining strong, service‑oriented relationships with internal and external customers.
• Fosters effective working relationships with Sales Associates, Inside Sales Associates, and support personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401K match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
• Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Discount on products
• Access to a variety of trainings for personal development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees