Quotations Specialist

About the role

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States, operating through eight regions under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. This role as a Quotations Specialist involves establishing relationships with customers and vendors to secure pricing positions for bids, reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects
• Review bid package and all requirements, including technical, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation
• Work closely with Outside Sales or branch(es) to discuss strategy and approach for each proposal request
• Format customer request into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review
• Break down bid package and issue Request for Quotation (RFQ) to vendors, communicating deadlines and project information
• Receive pricing and compile a bid tabulation for review
• Prepare and submit final proposal with all required documentation
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and offer substitute products where appropriate
• Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training to enhance product knowledge
• Meet with the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
• Increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred
• Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred
• High School diploma or GED (Required)

Skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Developing product and application knowledge
• Customer-oriented with excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in computer skills, specifically Excel, Outlook, Word, PDF editors (Blue Beam or Adobe), and quoting tools
• Ability to establish relationships and credibility with project stakeholders
• Collaborative with sales team, customers, and vendors
• Entrepreneurial spirit, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about business
• Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset

Physical Demands

• Sit: Constantly (at least 51%)
• Walk: Frequently (21% to 50%)
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly (at least 51%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Climb or balance: Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly (at least 51%)
• Lift up to 10 pounds: Occasionally (up to 20%)

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise levels, heat, or cold: Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Travel to offsite locations: Occasionally (up to 20%)

Benefits

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