Projects and Gear Specialist (Electrical)

Company Description

Summit Electric Supply is an electrical distributor keeping current with innovative changes in the way our world is powered. With over 40 years of continuous growth in a $110 billion industry, you can count on Summit's stability. Summit will provide the tools you need, along with your commitment to customer service and drive to excel, to have a successful career in electrical supply distribution. 

Job Description

Customers served:  Any member of the Summit Team, all customers, vendors, suppliers, manufacturer’s representatives and any other members of the public.   

Role Summary
•    Provide technical expertise to sales and support team.
•    Serve as technical lead to other inside sales professionals.
•    May manage a limited number of customer accounts.
•    Thoroughly understand all product capabilities, features and benefits as well as Summit’s market conditions, product warranties and services.
•    Assist customers over the phone or via internet with orders, quotations and product questions.
•    Proactively follow up on customer orders, challenges and needs.
•    Resolve customer concerns and issues as efficiently and effectively as possible.
•    Qualify opportunities, based on market conditions and technical scope
•    Accurately enter orders and type quotations.
•    Maintain project files.
•    Expedite order process.
 

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Experience
•    5+ years’ experience quotation complex switchgear packages for an electrical distributor, switchgear manufacturer, or panel shop. 
•    High level of mechanical aptitude and technical understanding.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel Adobe Acrobat, Bid Manager and similar programs.
•    Strong customer service orientation – both external and internal.
•    Must be extremely well organized with a strong “attention to detail” approach to work.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
•    Time management – ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
•    Flexibility – ability to effectively adapt to change.
•    Must be self-directed and able to complete complex tasks with little supervision or guidance. 
•    Proven “do whatever it takes” attitude 
•    Unwavering commitment to Summit’s values and mission.
•    High school diploma or GED.

Beneficial Skills and Experience
•    College degree strongly preferred.
•    Previous experience in the electrical industry.
•    Previous successful experience in SAP is preferred.  
•    Advanced knowledge of Bid Manager, AutoCAD.
•    Basic Understanding of One-Line and Ladder diagrams.

Physical Challenges
•    Consistent sitting for hours at a time. Majority of day (85%+) is spent sitting at desk.
•    Consistent use of keyboard and mouse.
•    Must be able to lift 5 pounds on a regular and consistent basis. 
•    Ability to climb stairs on occasion.
•    Majority of job is located inside store, during regular store hours of operation. 
 

Additional Information

Not sure yet if this is the right position for you? Contact a recruiter for more information about the position and how you can jump start your career in a dynamic, growing industry today!

Be a part of the Summit Electric family with room to grow and excel!

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Summit is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in all stages of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. We assess candidates based on skill, experience, and alignment with Summit’s mission and vision, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, age and veteran or disability status.