Switchgear Quotations Specialist - Eau Claire, WI

JH Larson Electrical Company•Eau Claire, WI

3d•$27 - $32

About The Position

J.H. Larson Company is seeking a Switchgear Quotations Specialist to support its Quotations Team. The role may be based at the Eau Claire, Wisconsin branch or any of the company’s Wisconsin branches. The specialist develops accurate, timely, and competitive quotations for switchgear products and works with sales, project managers, customers, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle. The position maintains organized quote and project records and ensures documentation and specifications are complete and accurate to support project delivery. J.H. Larson Company is an independent distributor of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC products, with eight locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota and three showroom locations. It is a family-owned and operated business celebrating its 95th anniversary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of experience in quotations, estimating, inside sales, or a related role in electrical, lighting, plumbing, construction supply, or distribution industries.
Experience reading and interpreting project specifications, blueprints, drawings, and RFQs, and developing accurate, detailed quotations.
Hands-on experience coordinating with vendors or manufacturers to obtain pricing, lead times, and product availability, and following up on quotes.
Proficiency with job management, quoting, and office software, such as ERP, CRM, Excel, or project management platforms.
Experience managing multiple bids, deadlines, and changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Strong communication skills, including collaborating with internal teams, clarifying customer needs, and providing professional written and verbal updates.
Customer service experience supporting the inquiry-to-quote or quote-to-close cycle, handling questions, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
Problem-solving and decision-making ability, including experience managing scope changes, revisions, and pricing adjustments.
Ability to work independently with strong time management, organization, self-management, and follow-through.
Experience maintaining organized documentation, including quote history, pricing records, bid lists, and project correspondence.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Five or more years of experience in electrical distribution or a related area is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze project specifications, blueprints, scope, and customer requirements to develop detailed quotations and optimized solutions.
Review RFQs, bid requests, drawings, and specifications; gather documents, log bid details, organize and distribute bid lists, and ensure quotes meet customer requirements and margin goals.
Contact vendors and manufacturers for pricing, availability, and lead times; send RFQs and track responses.
Coordinate with customers, vendors, sales, and project teams to provide updates, clarify expectations, and support transitions from quoting to order processing, submittals, and project execution.
Revise and update quotations to reflect changes in scope, pricing, and customer needs.
Confirm awarded scope, assist with project kickoff, and help set up awarded projects in the job management system.
Follow up on outstanding quotes, support sales efforts, address customer inquiries, and help resolve project or quoting issues.
Maintain organized quotation records, pricing history, project correspondence, and vendor communications.
Attend vendor training and stay current on products, technologies, and industry trends.
Support internal coordination by streamlining quote requests, facilitating communication, and assisting with problem-solving.