Product Specialist, Gear

Who We Are

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.

Position Summary

We’re looking for our next employee-owner to join our Gear team in New Castle, DE. This person will quote an appropriate bill of material in accordance with the customer’s specification and expectations at competitive prices. The candidate will maintain accurate and complete records, following through until project completion.

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyze and assist with defining the market for specific products.
• Conduct consolations for customers as required.
• Quote prices on specific jobs, determining the appropriate market value.
• Prepare bill of materials and quote to be submitted to the customer.
• Follow-up with customers and vendors, keeping track of the project status and ultimately securing the job.
• Maintain job progress folders according to company-established procedures.
• Prepare record drawings as requested.
• Communicate with customers regarding pricing, expediting, technical support and other related issues as necessary.
• Work with credit and accounts payable to resolve disputes.
• Coordinate sales promotions with branches.
• Develop ongoing positive relationships with vendors while keeping up to date on product knowledge.
• Participate in trade shows and seminars as needed.
• Work closely with all internal departments, combining individual efforts to better serve the customer.
• Performs other duties as obvious or assigned.
  
  

Commitment to Safety

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed.
• Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 2 - 3 years counter sales experience
• Strong attention to detail needed.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Minimum Associates Degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Educational Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Work/Life Balance
• Eligible for Bonus
  
  

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.