Job Posting:
Since 1953 Ferguson has been a trusted source of quality supplies for a wide range of industries.Together We Build Betterinfrastructure better homes and better businesses. Our mission is to make our customers complex projects simple successful and sustainable. As a Fortune 500 company with approximately 36000 associates across 1700 locations Ferguson delivers best-in-class products services and capabilities in industries such as Commercial/Mechanical Facilities Supply Fire and Fabrication HVAC Industrial Residential Trade Residential Building and Remodel Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. At Ferguson youll join a community of proud associates united by a shared purpose: building something meaningful. Here youll build a career you can believe in.
As aQuotations Specialist you will play a key role in developing quotations for Commercial Fixture projects while fostering strong relationships with branches vendor representatives and customers. Your work ensures accuracy timeliness and exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities
- Analyze specifications including sketches blueprints bills of material or sample layouts.
- Assess cost-effectiveness of products projects or services tracking actual costs relative to bids as projects progress.
- Gather data for quote preparation enter new quotes and contact vendors for job pricing.
- Collaborate with partners and clients to determine project scope specifications and requirements; perform necessary calculations.
- Stay current on new products trends market costs and pricing.
- Follow up on customer quotes and ensure timely vendor pricing.
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve pricing-related issues.
- Deliver completed quotes to sales representatives or customers at least one day before the due date.
- Confer with owners contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Use and maintain Smartsheet and/or BidTracer to update summaries trackers and manage orders.
- Develop knowledge of Fergusons products services and customers by working closely with experienced team members.
- Recommend products and services that align with client needs.
- Assist Project Managers with project execution according to established plans and methodologies.
- Identify and gather resources to complete projects successfully.
- Build and maintain effective sales relationships with major accounts/customers.
- Participate in corporate initiatives related to pricing functions and processes.
Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in quotations development preferred (not required).
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and time management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.
- Ability to lead and motivate individuals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite (especially Teams and Outlook).
- Experience with commercial plumbing projects (bid process or project management).
- Strong understanding of Fergusons vendor programs.
- Flexible and adaptable; able to manage multiple priorities.
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented.
At Ferguson we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health dental vision paid time off life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs including mental health coverage gender affirming and family building benefits paid parental leave associate discounts community involvement opportunities and more!
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Pay Range:
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$4708.34 - $7525.00
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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A) which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.
Ferguson Enterprises LLC. is an equal employment employerF/M/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity.
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