Switchgear Quotation Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Walters is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other legally protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of Walters’ employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Function:

The Switchgear Quotation Specialist will work with their branch to learn the product lines and pricing structure to enhance the accuracy and turnaround time in order to produce quotations that yield profitable sales. Salary will range from $36.00 or more, based on experience.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Quoting of electrical switchgear and components (Breakers, disconnects etc.).
• Build a strategy with the sales team and vendors to maximize department profitability. 
• Communicate with customers and coworkers about quoting projects.
• Assist with negotiating pricing with suppliers.
• Develop Bill of Material using manufactures' software based on plans and specifications provided by the customer and for the development of new accounts for the department by working with departments' vendor partners. 
• Identify potential projects for bid and compiles list of material requirements including supplies, lighting switchgear, and other distribution apparatuses.
• Process information for customers and vendors in a timely manner.
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers, vendors, regional branches and the outside sales team.  
• All other tasks as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

• Experience with Solar Eclipse software a plus.
• Some experience in switchgear pricing for electrical construction projects.
• Familiar with Eaton’s bid Manager Quoting Program & GE Empower Quoting Program a plus.
• Experience in electrical construction preferred – quotation, purchasing or vendor sales.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good negotiating skill.
• Knowledge of electrical components.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Previous experience with Microsoft office suite, Office 365 and SharePoint.
• College Degree preferred.

About Walters:

Walters Wholesale Electric Company was founded in 1953 by Lester H. Walter.

The Walters mission is to treat customers and employees fairly and honorably and to develop a lasting and satisfying relationship with each and every one.

Since 1953, Walters Wholesale Electric Company has served the construction industry throughout Southern California. Today, the freeway-close, network of Walters branches provide quick and convenient access to a full complement of supplies for contractors and construction companies.

Walters Wholesale provides competitive benefits such as:

• Health insurance (medical & dental only)
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
• Profit Sharing Plan

• Paid Holidays
• Personal Leave Time (vacation and sick leave)
• Product discounts 

If you are unable to complete the online application due to a disability, contact recruiting@walterswholesale. com to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.