What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Lighting Quotations position at C&O Sales?
Position Summary:
C&O Sales is seeking a detail-oriented Lighting Quotations Specialist to prepare accurate, competitive quotes for electrical distributors and contractors. This role combines technical product knowledge, strategic pricing, and collaboration with sales, controls, and manufacturer partners to help secure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Review incoming quote requests, plans, and specifications; obtain missing information and maintain organized project records in Oasis.
• Perform lighting takeoffs using Bluebeam, develop bills of materials, and identify suitable product alternatives.
• Obtain manufacturer pricing and coordinate complete lighting and controls packages.
• Evaluate bid opportunities, develop competitive pricing strategies, and recommend value engineering options.
• Meet bid deadlines and communicate clearly with customers, manufacturers, and internal teams.
• Track active bids, follow up on opportunities, and document results and customer feedback.
• Review awarded purchase orders and submittals against final quotes, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate handoff to order entry.
• Stay current on manufacturer products, pricing, availability, and market trends.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Working knowledge of lighting products, specifications, and controls integration.
• Ability to read and interpret lighting schedules, construction plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam for takeoffs and measurements.
• Experience with Oasis or a comparable quoting system and standard office software.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines while working collaboratively across teams.
Reports to: Regional Manager