Commercial Sales - Quotations Specialist

Company: Hajoca Corporation
Location: Bentonville
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Job Description:

Commercial Sales - Quotations Specialist Bentonville, AR, USA Req #5138 Thursday, September 7, 2023 Hajoca Corporation is one of the countrys largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of Service, Integrity, Reliability, and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future. Haines, Jones & Cadbury (HJC), a division of Hajoca, is a national construction material supplier. HJC specializes in providing comprehensive construction material packages to major retail chains from coast-to-coast for new construction and remodel projects. HJC is looking for a Quotations Specialist at their Bentonville, Arkansas office. Pay for this position is between $13 and $18 per hour at this location. Job Summary This is an entry level Quotations Specialist position that does basic takeoffs and concentrates on increasing product and resource knowledge. A productive part of the department as they support their teammates while learning HJC processes and procedures. Accuracy is key, mistakes can be costly, a Quotation Specialist is an integral part in building a strong foundation for Sales. The goal is understanding and performing to the highest standards. Job Duties Interpret complex customer requirements and offer solutions that maximize profitability and add value for the customer Create accurate and professional quotations and submittal packages from customer specifications/drawings using the applicable software system (Eclipse. QuickBase, etc.) Follow up on outstanding quotations to secure orders, improve quotation process and measure effectiveness Support the Profit Center Sales Team by communicating all aspects concerning the specifics of quotes and proposals Identify any problems and bring them to your supervisors attention for instruction and guidance, adhering strictly with Company policy and procedure Communicate to Management any concerns regarding added risk or liability to HJC Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Outstanding verbal and written communications skills Basic product and product application knowledge Organized, self-starter, and detail oriented Able to build and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers and contractors Identify material needs, investigate profitable solutions, learn our value-added services used to secure orders Able to collect quotations data used to determine patterns of success or failure; learn appropriate action to adjust processes to ensure success Able to learn and operate (keyboard and mouse) the applicable software system (Eclipse, QuickBase, etc.) used to create and submit quotation packages Read, write, speak, and understand English Add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Education, Training, Experience High school diploma or equivalent Minimum 1-year related experience, contractor sales preferred Basic knowledge of products sold by the Profit Center Moderately proficient with Microsoft Excel Intermediate use of other Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, etc.) able to communicate via email, to maintain appointments and customer contact files, also able analyze performance data Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Sitting (in chair) 90% Standing 5% Walking 5% Lifting Occasionally up to 30 pounds Carrying Occasionally up to 30 pounds Pushing/Pulling Occasionally up to 50 pounds Controls Use of both hands and arms and use of both feet and legs Strength level Moderate/Strenuous The following movements and senses are required in this job: Hand and finger dexterity, stooping, kneeling, talking, hearing, near vision, far vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and depth perception. Environmental Conditions The incumbent is exposed to the following conditions on the job: Climate controlled office environment with adequate space and modern amenities. On rare occasion, warehouse visits with no climate control, potentially hazardous material (such as PVC pipe cement, pool chemicals, torch gas, propane gas, solvents, etc.) and equipment (such as forklifts, trucks, mechanical lift gates, hand tools, manual material handling equipment, ladders, and rubber retention straps, etc.) The benefits of working with us: Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage 401(k) Retirement cash account with company contributions Life insurance Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth EEOC Statement Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability. Background Screening Statement We are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, and successful completion of a criminal background investigation subject to any federal, state and local laws. Other details Pay Type Hourly Min Hiring Rate $13.00 Max Hiring Rate $18.00 Bentonville, AR, USA Share this job:

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