Quotations Specialist in Hamilton

Robertson Electric Wholesale is a highly regarded Electrical Distributor in Canada. Robertson has demonstrated steady and secure growth for many years, proving to be a dominant player in the industries we serve. With numerous branches across Canada and secure business plans for further growth and expansion, Robertson is seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic Company and be part of our continued success.

The Distribution Quotation Specialist is responsible for coordinating and interpreting electrical specifications and drawing requirements for Project Quotations to ensure Robertson Electric is awarded the highest percentage of Project work available in our marketplace. They are to drive process excellence to ensure correct costs and products match the specified project requirements. Upon job reward, they are to facilitate project handoff to project contract managers for execution.

Major Responsibilities:

• Convert written specifications and construction drawings into quotations;
• Determine the most cost-effective options to meet project specifications;
• Receiving requests and responding to inquiries from customers;
• Meet with vendors/suppliers to build strong and profitable relationships that benefit the company;
• Maintain proper files for product quotes within the company quotations program;
• Communicate critical information to purchasing and field associates that request information about vendors, products, pricing, and competitors.

Skills and Qualifications:

• EIT, CET or PMP graduate or 3 years’ experience in related field;
• Strong knowledge of electrical products, power and controls;
• Exceptional communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills;
• Strong initiative and ability to handle increasing responsibility over time;
• Excellent time management/organizational skills with ability to meet important deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.

We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including a flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching. Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path. Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.

Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision driving our business ethos. Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy across our business and champion the innovation of sustainable solutions in the market.

Sonepar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes submissions from all candidates. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request. If selected for an interview, please advise the Sonepar representative of your accommodation needs at that time. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.