Würth MRO, Safety, & Metalworking · 1 day ago
Sourcing and Quoting Specialist
La Porte, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hr
1+ years expWürth MRO, Safety, & Metalworking is seeking a Sourcing and Quoting Specialist who will play a pivotal role in the sales and procurement processes. This role involves preparing customer quotations, analyzing Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and collaborating with sales and sourcing teams to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
Wholesale
Hiring Manager
Ellen Soron
Responsibilities
Review Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and customer inquiries to prepare accurate and competitive quotes
Utilize internal and external databases and platforms to cross-reference part numbers and descriptions, identifying equivalent or substitute products when necessary
Cross-Reference SAP items and new items from existing vendors offering comparables when appropriate and only passing along new vendor items for the sourcing team to complete
Accurately input items, pricing, and relevant details into the quoting system to generate formal quotations
Collaborate with Cross functionally to align strategic vendor offering and best practices for sourcing from existing vendors
Complete pricing for quotations based on target margin goals provided by Sales team
Collaborate with pricing team on customer RFQs ensuring alignment with best pricing practices and margin and profitability goals
Work closely with Sales to align quotation details and pricing strategies
Monitor quote deadlines and prioritize workload to ensure timely submission of quotes
Provide regular status updates on progress for all open RFQs
Provide quote summary including pricing details and highlighting # exact, comparable, and no bid items
Handle post-quote clarifications, amendments, or updates to quotes as required by the customer or internal teams
Regularly update and maintain the cross-reference database, ensuring accurate documentation of part numbers and alternative products
Identify opportunities to improve quoting efficiency and accuracy, providing input on system updates, process optimizations, and tool enhancements
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a quoting or sales support role, preferably in a technical or industrial environment
Experience in cross-referencing part numbers, understanding technical specifications, and preparing customer quotations
Strong working knowledge of internal databases, quoting systems, and pricing strategies is a plus
Ability to interpret and analyze RFQs and other customer inquiries effectively
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple RFQs simultaneously
Ability to work effectively within a team, contributing to process improvements and communicating quote details clearly with sales and sourcing teams
A commitment to providing accurate and timely information to ensure customer satisfaction and support the sales process
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on driving efficiency and revenue
Preferred
Prefer someone with at least 1-2 years of sourcing/quoting background but will consider applicants with the aptitude and attitude to learn
Benefits
Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
401(k)
Short term disability
Long term disability
Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
10 paid holidays
Company
Würth MRO, Safety, & Metalworking
National distributor of MRO, Safety and Metalworking Supplies, and provider of proven procurement solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bastian R.
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Stewart
COO Mergers and Acquisitions, VP Business Development
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