Gear Quotation Specialist

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Head Offices Dallas - Dallas, TX 75202, Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service.

CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our  customer service first  core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 65 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,000 branches worldwide of which there are over 500 branches across North America.

Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values.

The Gear Specialist serves as an essential resource for our customers. The position is responsible for providing estimates and blueprint takeoffs utilizing our internal quotation software for bid jobs. The successful candidate will be technically minded with the willingness to learn and expand their knowledge of Gear and Power Distribution. Siemens gear knowledge is highly preferred. Experience with similar manufacturers such as Eaton, Square D, ABB, or GE is also welcome.

Training is provided on our proprietary IMS quoting system.

• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert with an emphasis on Switchgear and Power Distribution.
• Analyze customer one-line diagrams and schematics and research type of switch gear needed.
• Prepare cost estimates of material.
• Qualify BoM Requests and Take offs.
• Read and interpret electrical specifications, electrical drawings, equipment drawings and other pertinent project documentation.
• Collaborate with branches and customer service representatives.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Reviews, identifies and follows up on all aspects of the Switchgear projects.
• Works cross functionally within the CES Online division.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with customers, coworkers and supervisors.
• Partner with the community.

• 2+ years of electrical switch gear or power systems application experience.
• Hands on experience with Siemens switch gear preferred, or comparable manufacturers such as Eaton, Square D, ABB, or GE is required.
• Experience reading and interpreting one line diagrams.
• Experience performing material take offs from electrical drawings.
• Prior project or inside sales experience, with a track record of managing customer relationships and closing quotes.

• Proficient in reading and/or interpreting electrical specifications and electrical drawings.
• Understanding of the different types of equipment typically encountered, including switch gear, transformers, and motors.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with MS Office applications like Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) company match program.
• Telehealth.
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.
• Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mental, physical, financial wellness.
• Auto and Home Insurance discount.
• Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.
• Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Training Programs.
• Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
• Potential for Bonuses.
• In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict…