Quotations Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for a Quotations Specialist to join our Rexel team in Schertz, TX or Mesquite, TX!

Summary: Employee’s level and pay will be dependent on their level of experience, knowledge, and capabilities. The Quotations Specialist is responsible for establishing relationships with customers and vendors to secure pricing positions for bids, reviewing bid packages, formulating project quotations, and providing product knowledge.

• Quote low to moderate profile/complex projects
• Review bid packages, including technical requirements, approved manufacturer lists, commercial requirements, and documentation requirements
• Work closely with Outside Sales or branch teams to discuss strategy and approach for each proposal request
• Format customer requests into a standardized spreadsheet for bid review
• Break down bid packages and issue requests for quotation (RFQ) to vendors, communicating deadlines, project information, and any additional pertinent information
• Receive pricing and compile a bid tabulation for review
• Prepare and submit final proposals with all required documentation
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and offer substitute products where appropriate
• Participate in product meetings, seminars, and training to maintain and enhance product knowledge
• Discuss vendor strategy and margin levels with the team
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
• Increase business by utilizing company digital tools to sell, promote, or demonstrate product knowledge to new and existing customers
• Perform other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Competence in all essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, commitment to effective customer service, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team are basic requirements for all positions at Rexel USA.

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years of customer service, project management, or related experience (preferred)
• Experience with electrical distribution, lighting, and controls, or adjacent industry (preferred)
• High School diploma or GED (required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Customer-oriented, excellent communication, interpersonal, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, Word, PDF editing (Blue Beam or Adobe), and quoting tools
• Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with all project stakeholders
• Collaboration with sales team, customers, and vendors
• Entrepreneurial spirit, self‑motivation, and enthusiasm for business
• Desire and aptitude to learn quickly and pursue continuous improvement

• Sitting – stationary position at least 51%
• Walking – frequently (21% to 50%)
• Using hands – constant operation of computer and office machinery (at least 51%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl – occasionally (up to 20%)
• Climb or balance – occasionally (up to 20%)
• Communicate – constantly (at least 51%)

• Up to 10 pounds – occasionally (up to 20%)
• Exposure to unpleasant environments such as high noise levels, heat, or cold – occasionally (up to 20%)
• Travel to offsite locations – occasionally (up to 20%)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays and flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Optional Insurance such as Pet, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – promotion from within

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.