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Quotations Specialist

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In-Office
Itasca, IL
24-24 Hourly
Junior
In-Office
Itasca, IL
24-24 Hourly
Junior
Manage the full quotation lifecycle: gather pricing/product details from manufacturers, sales and customer service; prepare cost estimates; compare BOMs; produce accurate, timely quotes using SAP and Excel to support profitable sales.
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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

  • 2+ years experience preferred

  • High School education

  • 2 year degree in Business or related preferred

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $24.00 per hour depending on experience.

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 Profit 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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Top Skills

Excel
SAP

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