Commercial Quotes Specialist - East Coast Remote

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

• Analyze and review requests for proposals (RFP / TAQ) to ensure appropriate information is received for project costing, working closely with sales and operational teams.
• Handle proposals throughout their entire life cycle, from initial RFP release through post-proposal submission.
• Build technical proposal drafts that maintain a consistent voice, are efficiently structured, and visually appealing. Incorporate compelling proof points, such as tables, diagrams, and references, to substantiate key messages and differentiate us from competitors.
• Attend and participate in client discussions to ensure alignment and accurate costing of technical aspects of the project.
• Follow up with corporate, business development executives, and sites via Outbound Opportunity Review (OOR).
• Prepare presentations for quotation analysis for all organizational levels using PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Edit and update quote records in SalesForce.com.
• Perform duties such as proofing, editing, document design/layout, and ensuring the accuracy of incoming data from site technical teams. Present finalized quotations to senior management for financial approval via Deal Summary Approvals.
• Continuously implement practical process improvements and Just-Do-Its.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree in life science or finance background or 5 years equivalent experience.
• Professional contact with customers and in network colleagues.
• Strong technical writing and document design skills.
• Outstanding skill in collaborating with different teams and collaborators.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with SalesForce.com is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in North Carolina is $60,000.00–$80,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards