Quoting Specialist

About Us

Founded in 1953, Electrical Components International (ECI) is one of the world’s leading suppliers of electrical distribution systems, control box assemblies, and other critical engineered components for diversified markets. With approximately 17,000 employees and 30 global manufacturing locations, ECI is a trusted partner to market leaders, serving over 450 customers. At ECI, we power smart, connected, and electrified solutions that help solve the most complex challenges.

Since 2020, we have embarked on a successful journey to transform the company, delivering significant value to our customers, investors, and employees. As part of our strategic plan, we have defined key pillars to support and accelerate our growth trajectory. One of these core pillars is focused on driving excellence through enhanced capabilities, tools, and processes.

ECI is seeking a Quoting Specialist with operational and manufacturing experience to support MRG in Norwood, MA. This role is responsible for assisting with customer quotes, managing account documentation, and ensuring smooth communication between internal teams and clients. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment. This position will report to the Inside Sales Manager and is located on‑site in Norwood, MA.

• Assist in data entry and order processing.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency in quote and account management workflows.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to gather necessary information for quote preparation.
• Compile proper documentation for the input of new and updated customer information.
• Develop detailed quotes, including labor, materials, tooling, and overhead costs, ensuring competitive and profitable pricing.
• Utilize cost modeling techniques to improve accuracy and efficiency in the quoting process.
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate component pricing, lead times, and availability.
• Assist sales and business development teams in presenting proposals.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Recommend alternative materials to optimize cost and efficiency.
• Analyze historical data to refine cost models and improve quoting accuracy.
• Identify alternative solutions and cost‑saving opportunities during quoting process.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Associate’s degree in business administration, sales, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Proven experience in cost estimation, quoting, or technical sales within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience of technical project management with harness products.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and vendors, preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple quotes simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. ECI is not able to sponsor employment visas or take over sponsorship of an existing employment visa for this position at this time.

ECI, and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the protected category under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please click on the following links:
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Electrical Components International is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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