Lighting and Controls Quotations Specialist - Remote

We are looking for a Senior Quotations Specialist to join our Capitol Light team located in Hartford, CT or Remotely.

Summary:
The Senior Quotations Specialist is responsible for establishing relationships with customers and vendors to secure pricing positions for bids. Responsible for reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

What You'll Do:

• Work Hours: 8am - 5pm
• Quote moderate to high profile/complex projects that require a high level of product knowledge
• Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, project drawings, and documentation requirements
• Format customer request into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review
• 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
• Receive pricing and put a bid tabulation together for review
• Prepare and submit final proposal with all required documentation
• Negotiate pricing with supplier and offer substitute products where appropriate
• Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training schools to enhance and maintain personal product knowledge
• Meet with team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels
• Gather and track feedback to be used to identify areas where pricing or markup need to be adjusted for future successful bids
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
• In addition to processing bids, increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge to new and existing customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.