Florida Staffing
Quotations Specialist
Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions. A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn and enjoy the work we do. Our values are the foundation for how we operate with our employees, customers, and suppliers. We strive to deliver the best customer experience, join forces for success, encourage innovation, engage people to develop their talents, trust each other, and enjoy making a difference. If you're driven by collaboration and delivering quality work, join Rexel USA! The position of Quotations Specialist will be based out of our Hollywood, FL location! Summary
The 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
Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements Work closely with Outside Sales or the branch(es) to discuss the 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 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 May 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 the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels 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 What You'll Need
High School or GED 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines Strong organizational skills Product and application knowledge being developed Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and problem-solving skills Knowledge of computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe) and appropriate quoting tools Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders Ability to collaborate with sales team, customers, and vendors Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset/self-improvement and continuous learning Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Environment
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally up to 20% Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock None Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment None Travels to offsite locations Occasionally up to 20% Physical Demands
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Constantly at least 51% Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Frequently 21% to 50% Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly at least 51% Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position ones self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/ in server closet Occasionally up to 20% Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally up to 20% 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% Weight and Force
Up to 10 pounds Occasionally up to 20% Up to 25 pounds None Up to 50 pounds None Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law. Our Benefits Include
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 such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few. Employee Discount Programs Professional Training & Development Programs Career Advancement Opportunities We like to promote from within
Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions. A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn and enjoy the work we do. Our values are the foundation for how we operate with our employees, customers, and suppliers. We strive to deliver the best customer experience, join forces for success, encourage innovation, engage people to develop their talents, trust each other, and enjoy making a difference. If you're driven by collaboration and delivering quality work, join Rexel USA! The position of Quotations Specialist will be based out of our Hollywood, FL location! Summary
The 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
Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects Review bid package and all the requirements surrounding the package including technical requirements, approved manufacturers list, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements Work closely with Outside Sales or the branch(es) to discuss the 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 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 May 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 the team to discuss vendor strategy and margin levels 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 What You'll Need
High School or GED 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience preferred Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines Strong organizational skills Product and application knowledge being developed Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and problem-solving skills Knowledge of computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word, PDF editor (Blue Beam or Adobe) and appropriate quoting tools Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders Ability to collaborate with sales team, customers, and vendors Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be self-motivated and enthusiastic about business Desire and aptitude to learn quickly with a growth mindset/self-improvement and continuous learning Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Environment
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally up to 20% Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock None Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment None Travels to offsite locations Occasionally up to 20% Physical Demands
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Constantly at least 51% Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Frequently 21% to 50% Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly at least 51% Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position ones self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/ in server closet Occasionally up to 20% Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally up to 20% 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% Weight and Force
Up to 10 pounds Occasionally up to 20% Up to 25 pounds None Up to 50 pounds None Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law. Our Benefits Include
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 such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few. Employee Discount Programs Professional Training & Development Programs Career Advancement Opportunities We like to promote from within