SALES ADMINISTRATOR - QUOTE WRITING
The Employee Connect - Kansas City, Missouri, United States,Work at The Employee Connect
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Time Utilization: This position involves occasional travel (up to 5%) and requires flexibility within normal business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) to accommodate team and customer schedules.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage daily Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for various products and services.
- Translate technical specifications into customized quotations for customers.
- Determine pricing, terms, conditions, and upselling opportunities.
- Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure accurate proposals.
- Update CRM database with sales pipeline information.
- Collaborate with Application Engineers and parent company sales/order department as needed.
- Oversee proposal process from creation to hand-off to Order Fulfillment.
- Participate in department meetings and contribute to quote system development.
- Continuously self-assess technical knowledge and seek training as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business or technical field, plus two years of sales administration experience, or equivalent.
- Experience with project estimating, CRM, and SAP preferred.
- Ability to understand technical/mechanical concepts and interpret drawings is advantageous.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and working knowledge of ERP and CRM systems.
- Strong mathematical skills for calculations and basic algebra/geometry concepts.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel as required.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Work environment involves occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, with moderate noise levels.
- Physical demands include lifting up to 10 pounds, sitting for extended periods, and occasional standing, walking, or stooping.
Supervisor Responsibilities: This position does not involve supervisory responsibilities.