Quotations Specialist - Brantford

Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors, with 24 key Ontario locations and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry.

Culture

Our core purpose is Customer First – Employee Driven. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do.

Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done.

We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge.

What you will be doing

This is a newly created role.

Annual Salary $55,000 - $70,000

The Specialist is responsible for supporting the successful planning, quotation, coordination, and execution of design-build projects from concept through completion.

Working closely with customers, contractors, suppliers, and internal Gerrie teams, this role develops and delivers cost-effective project solutions that maximize customer value, project profitability, and operational efficiency.

Through strong technical knowledge, project management discipline, and exceptional customer service, the Quotations Specialist ensures projects are executed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with customer requirements and Gerrie Electric standards.

PLANNING AND QUOTATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES

Determine the viability of a project for Gerrie in collaboration with applicable Branch or Sales resources as required

Interpret the customer’s requirements from available specifications, drawings or in-person consultation to determine Gerrie’s potential scope of work and the best possible solution for the customer

Work closely with selected vendors to arrive at the most cost-effective solution while meeting the customers’ expectations

Utilize other Gerrie teams to provide a complete solution for the customer

Compile and compare various vendor quotes to determine best fit for the project in coordination with Branch or Sales resources where applicable.

Determine the project quotation value based on a margin applicable for the opportunity, risk or known competition. Margins below company minimums must be preapproved by the Manager.

Quotation cost and design details to be maintained in a designated data storage location.

Submit a detailed and professional quotation to the customer utilizing current Project Services business application and procedures

Follow-up on project and answer any questions pertaining to the quotation

Adherent to the company’s standard policies and procedures

COORDINATION AND EXECUTION RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete project documentation customer utilizing current Project Services business application and procedures

Creating project timelines for delivery of products or services and progress billings where applicable

Coordination of approval drawings and specification with customers, suppliers or consulting engineers

Ensuring timely delivery of products and solutions to meet the customers’ expectations while maintaining close cost controls

Coordinate pricing of change orders with suppliers and internal Gerrie resources as needed

Coordinate credit issues with Gerrie credit department and/or related Branch or Sales resources

Ensures issues are escalated to appropriate management for prompt investigation and action as required

Keep Customer owner informed about project status and issues that may impact customer relations and project success

Ensure project close out documentation is complete including As-build packages and warranty letters from Suppliers

Provides input to Sales management for revenue and margin forecast for managed projects

Interact with customers and suppliers in a professional and timely manner

What you bring to the table

Technical college diploma and 5+ years of experience in the electrical industry

Strong understanding of electrical products, distribution systems products, engineering specifications as well as lighting and control system designs and application.

Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, construction drawings, and lighting layouts

Excellent communication, math, organizational, and time management skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

Customer-focused with a strong work ethic and sales-oriented mindset

Proficient in Microsoft Office and PDF software; JD Edwards experience is an asset

Established relationships with manufacturers and contractors are considered a strong asset

Technical knowledge of electrical distribution products and solutions is preferred

Project Management experience or recognition would be an asset.

Personable, sales orientated and good work ethic.

We believe in taking care of our people

Major medical + dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available)

Employee Assistance Program

Global travel coverage

Pension plan with contribution matching

Training, development and career growth opportunities

Tuition re-imbursement program

Promote from within culture

A diverse and inclusive workplace

Caring and nurturing environment

Don't have all of these qualifications? Feel free to send in your resume, we can train you on what you need to know or there might be another role that fits better.

Words that our employees use to describe us

Inclusive, team-oriented, motivating, happy, forward thinking, innovative, successful

*Flexible interview options are available!