Quote Specialist

Description

The Quote Specialist prepares accurate quotes for pricing and builds estimates by gathering information and analyzing material and job costing.  

Essential Functions

1. Consistently demonstrates superior customer service by combining system knowledge, sales, product, and problem-solving skills to exceed customer expectations.
2. Will create job routings and costing using current ERP system (Epicor). 
3. Builds estimate, and prices standard and special jobs at a level that keeps our products competitive and maximizes profit. 
4. Works together with multiple departments (i.e., engineering, production, QA, shipping) as needed to ensure accurate quotes
5. Possesses strong numerical skills and has an analytical mindset.  and lead times. 
6. Follows up on quotations and modifies quotes as necessary.
7. Familiarity with financial and project management principles
8. Able to follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision within specified time frames
9. Able to identify problems and offer alternative solutions and/or courses of action based on available resources
10. Ability to communicate effectively with internal partners and external customers
11. Other duties as assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications Guidelines

Experience/Training/Education:

Required: High School diploma or equivalent.  Some college preferred. Requires a strong knowledge of Mi-Jack equipment. Having functional competence and a basic understanding of machining or a production environment.

Desired: Bachelor’s degree or Vocational training in mechanical, hydraulic and / or electronic assembly. 1-3 years of experience working on Epicor and Salesforce

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong communication, attention to detail and multi-task multiple jobs within the workday. Requires knowledge and understanding of product line; knowledge of office practices, business correspondence techniques and English composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation; principles of customer service, public relations and communications; records management and file maintenance; knowledge of word processing, data base and spreadsheet software applications.  Skills required include use of standard office equipment including telephones, calculators, copiers and facsimile equipment, accurately type at the net rate of 40 words per minute using a computer keyboard.  Ability to accept constructive criticism; Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions; maintain the confidentiality of data; collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure; prioritize, organize, and complete tasks independently.  Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and work cooperatively with customers, sales representatives, staff, management, and other associates.

Physical and Environmental Elements:

This is primarily an office classification with low/moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions. Occasional short durations of time may be spent in shop floor environment, offsite in various environments, and some travel may be required (less than 15%).

Special Requirements/Certification:

None

Compensation/Benefits:

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $74,000 to $75,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Lanco is an equal opportunity employer.  All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.