Gear Quotations Specialist

At Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, we are a leader in electrical distribution covering Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Nebraska, and Southern South Dakota. We empower associates to contribute to our success by adopting an adapt, dare, learn mindset.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8 AM-5 PM

• Analyzes project blueprints to identify specifications for preparing a bill of materials.
• Formulates unique pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and management representatives.
• Submits project bid proposals accurately and within deadlines.
• Monitors ordering activities associated with bid projects to ensure pricing and terms accuracy.
• Communicates proactively with customers throughout the quotation/bid process.
• Stays informed about inventory, including appropriate product substitutions.
• Develops and enhances product knowledge, attending relevant training classes.
• Negotiates special pricing contracts and maintains accurate documentation.
• Fosters effective working relationships with Sales Associates, Inside Sales Associates, and support personnel.
• Exchanges customers’ needs information timely.

• Bachelor degree in business or related field or equivalent on-the-job experience as determined by Echo Electric.
• 3+ years of experience with electrical and lighting products and other related project material.
• Demonstrated customer and vendor relationship building and maintenance skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints and spec layouts.
• Strong attention to details and demonstrated follow‑up skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills, including the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401K match.
• Profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement.
• Employee discount on products.
• Access to a variety of trainings for personal development.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.