Quotations Specialist Job in Grand Rapids 48809, Michigan US
THE COMPANY:
The company is an ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer that has been in existence for more than 100 years. The specified product manufactured is primarily sold through electrical distribution although a portion is sold direct to OEM’s. Revenues are approximately $50 million and are projected to grow significantly in the coming years.
SUMMARY:
Gather swift market intelligence to ensure effective pricing decisions on all bids. Must sift through information and contact key decision-makers to make judgment calls on pricing. Must analyze trends of quote performance to help manage our distributor loyalty and access to market.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Enhance product sales and margins by assisting in intelligent price decisions.
· Make judgment decisions based on the best available information
· Analysis of quote performance by customer, industry type and territory
· Quote follow-up to gain closure on all open quotes
· Maintain quote tracking software package
· The contact person for all pricing issues
· Help coach manufacturing reps through pricing decisions. Gain "buy-in" by sharing information and gaining mutual commitment to decisions.
· Research information on customers and develop contacts in the market
· Responsible for identification, documentation, segregation, evaluation, and disposition of non-conforming products, services, or systems
· All Department processes and procedures documented and the appropriate individual(s) trained and cross-trained as necessary
· Responsible for adherence and knowledge of all ISO processes, procedures, flowcharts, and quality policy
Requirements
§ Business degree
§ 5-7 years experience in the Sales field (product/manufacturing environment preferred)
§ Familiarity with MRPII is preferred
§ Familiarity with Pro-Quote is preferred