Quotations Specialist
Graybar
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- Pay
- $24
- an hour
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 12
- 7 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Graybar
Wholesale · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
What you'll do
- Prepare material cost estimates and gather cost information from factories and representatives.
- Collaborate with sales, customer service, customers, and suppliers to create accurate, on-time quotations and compare manufacturers’ bills of material.
What you need
- High School education.
- A 4 year degree in Business or related is preferred; 4+ years experience is preferred.
- Education: a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree
Key skills
Customer servicecommunication skillsSAPExcel formulas
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Perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacation & Sick Days
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Make a difference.
As a Quotations Specialist, you will handle the quotations process from the time you receive the request to the time you submit the quote to the customer. You will communicate with Graybar sales representatives, customer service representatives, customers and manufacturer representatives to gather needed details to create your quotes. You will learn about our product lines and pricing mechanics, as well as the computer systems we use, in order to provide quotations that result in profitable sales for the company.
In this role you will:
Prepare cost estimates of material
Contact factories and representatives to obtain cost information
Collaborate with sales representatives and customer service representatives
Form relationships with customers and suppliers to provide on-time and accurate quotations
Compare manufacturers’ bills of material to ascertain and price any differences for complete comparisons
What you bring to the table:
Customer service and communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Knowledge of SAP and ability to work with Excel formulas
4+ years experience preferred
High School education
4 year degree in Business or related preferred
Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is $24.04 per hour depending on experience.
Shift and Hours : Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
The Value of Graybar:
At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:
Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts .
Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans .
401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program .
Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs .
And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.
Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.
Why should you join Graybar?
At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.
That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.
Apply now and find out what’s next for you.
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