Quotations Specialist

Rexel Usa

The Role

Overview

Creates and manages project quotes, liaising with customers and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

  • rfq management
  • bid tabulation
  • bid review
  • data formatting
  • proposal submission
  • digital sales

Tasks

-May negotiate pricing with supplier and offer substitute products where appropriate -Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers -Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training schools to enhance and maintain personal product knowledge -Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51% -Break down bid package and issue Request for Quotation (RFQ) to vendors for project quotation levels while communicating deadline, project information, and any additional pertinent information available -In addition to processing bids, increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge to new and existing customers -Receive pricing and put a bid tabulation together for review -Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements -Format customer request into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review -Meet with the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels -Work closely with Outside Sales or the branch(es) to discuss the strategy and approach for each proposal request -Prepare and submit final proposal with all required documentation

Requirements

  • high school
  • excel
  • blue beam
  • customer service
  • project management
  • electrical distribution

What You Bring

-Product and application knowledge being developed -Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset/self-improvement and continuous learning -Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20% -Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business -Ability to collaborate with sales team, customers, and vendors -Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and problem-solving skills -Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None -Up to 25 pounds - None -2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred -Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred -Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50% -Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51% -Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20% -Strong organizational skills -Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20% -High School or GED - Required -Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20% -Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders -Up to 50 pounds - None -Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51% -Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20% -Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines -Knowledge of computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe) and appropriate quoting tools

Benefits

-Paid vacation and sick time -Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few. -Health & Wellness Programs -Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance -Professional Training & Development Programs -Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within -Employee Discount Programs -Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year -401K with Employer Match -Tuition Reimbursement -Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Life Insurance -Flexible Spending Accounts -Commuter Transit Benefits

The Company

About Rexel Usa

-A leading distributor of electrical products and services across North America. -Operates through a wide network of branches, supporting industries such as energy, industrial, and residential sectors. -Plays a crucial role in powering smart solutions for buildings and infrastructure, enhancing both energy efficiency and sustainability. -Offers tailored solutions for key markets such as industrial automation, energy management, and the residential space. -Has a strong foundation of innovation and has developed partnerships with global suppliers to enhance its product offering. -Is involved in key projects across energy, infrastructure, and commercial spaces, helping to drive modern electrical solutions in various sectors. -Is constantly evolving, with a focus on advancing technology and digital solutions for customers, ensuring operational efficiency and smarter energy use.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Residential

Commercial

Automation

Electrical Supplies

Construction

Project Management

Safety and Security

Operations and Production

Workforce Development

Business Intelligence