Technical Quote Specialist

Birmingham, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At TA Resources we have re-imagined traditional staffing and HR consulting with Small to mid-size businesses in mind. Focusing on what makes our clients unique we match them with the talent they need to continue to grow. We are currently searching for a Technical Quote Specialist for our client located in Birmingham AL.

Our clients new division based in Birmingham AL combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. They offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Their Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is easiest to do business with. They will make it easier to engineer specify and order components for plants. They will provide greater support for smoother delivery cost-effective installation and start-up. Most importantly they will build strong relationships with design engineers contractors plant operations teams and project owners to assure they are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.

The Technical Quote Specialist is responsible for preparing accurate and timely quotations for complex technical products or services. This role bridges the gap between sales engineering and operations by interpreting customer requirements analyzing technical specifications and ensuring that quotes align with company capabilities and pricing strategies.

Review and interpret customer RFQs (Requests for Quotation) technical drawings and specifications to determine appropriate product configurations and pricing.
Collaborate with engineering product management procurement and production teams as needed to gather necessary information for accurate quoting.
Complete material takeoffs of available products and work with our India takeoff team to gather the required information to complete formal quotations.
Communicate with customers manufacturers representatives and MPIs direct sales team to clarify requirements and provide technical support as needed.
Communicate with third party vendors including by not limited to actuation providers third party coaters to gather costs and lead-times required to complete quotations.
Generate formal quotations and proposals using internal systems and tools.
Ensure quotes are aligned with pricing strategies profit margins and delivery timelines.
Maintain and update quote tracking systems and databases.
Assist in continuous improvement of quoting processes and tools.
Act as a consultative and solutions focused resource for customers manufacturers representatives and direct sales team.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2 years of experience in a technical quoting estimating or sales support role.
Strong understanding of technical drawings specifications and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in ERP/CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Experience in industry-specific software or tools e.g. AutoCAD SolidWorks Microsoft D365.
Background in the waterworks or industrial industry specifically related to water control gates.
Experience participating in continuous improvement projects focused on identifying bottlenecks and working independently or as a team to develop tools and processes to drive efficiencies.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Review and interpret customer RFQs (Requests for Quotation) technical drawings and specifications to determine appropriate product configurations and pricing.
Collaborate with engineering product management procurement and production teams as needed to gather necessary information for accurate quoting.
Complete material takeoffs of available products and work with our India takeoff team to gather the required information to complete formal quotations.
Communicate with customers manufacturers representatives and MPIs direct sales team to clarify requirements and provide technical support as needed.
Communicate with third party vendors including by not limited to actuation providers third party coaters to gather costs and lead-times required to complete quotations.
Generate formal quotations and proposals using internal systems and tools.
Ensure quotes are aligned with pricing strategies profit margins and delivery timelines.
Maintain and update quote tracking systems and databases.
Assist in continuous improvement of quoting processes and tools.
Act as a consultative and solutions focused resource for customers manufacturers representatives and direct sales team.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2 years of experience in a technical quoting estimating or sales support role.
Strong understanding of technical drawings specifications and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in ERP/CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Experience in industry-specific software or tools e.g. AutoCAD SolidWorks Microsoft D365.
Background in the waterworks or industrial industry specifically related to water control gates.
Experience participating in continuous improvement projects focused on identifying bottlenecks and working independently or as a team to develop tools and processes to drive efficiencies.

Benefits: