What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lighting and Project Specialist position at CED/Gilman Electrical Supply?
SUMMARY:
In this role the candidate is expected to take a lead role within our Project Team, specifically, our lighting department. You will manage inbound requests from customers to meet their lighting needs by offering complete bid packages.
This position allows for paid training with unlimited growth potential, providing the tools and resources for you to reach your desired goals and objectives. You will have the opportunity to make sales calls and to establish a level of partnership with both customers and vendors while surrounded by a highly motivated team.
REPORTS TO: General Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- GED or equivalent education
- Efficient with Microsoft Office
- Ability to commute to and work in person at our location
- Lighting industry experience 1 year minimum
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to multi-task and have outstanding communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in the field of electrical construction, electrical sales, electrical distribution, or other wholesale experience
- A degree from a four-year institution
- Experience with lighting design software
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Can be in person or a remote position
- Some overnight travel may be required for sales events and training opportunities
- Some daily travel required to visit customer job-sites or facilities for walk-through requests
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NO
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Handle incoming customer requests for lighting, sales, ordering, and project status
- Generate and read reports to identify material status and estimated ship, receipt, and release dates and convey the information efficiently
- Request quotations from our lighting partners, read and match specifications to jobs, presenting bids to electrical contractors
- Generate Purchase Orders
- Assist the receiving team when potential issues arise such as damaged incoming freight promptly notifying vendors and address those issues
- Travel for training events, customer relation entertainment events, and to and from local jobsites
NOTE: Because positions may evolve due to the needs of the business, this job description may not list all essential functions and is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other essential functions, duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time; with or without notice.
CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran
Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Profit sharing
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Lighting industry: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Manchester, NH 03103 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester, NH 03103
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $60,000 - $100,000