About this role
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage quote requests from inquiry to customer.
- Drive assessment of customer process requirements to develop a technically sound response.
- Communicate current project status to District Sales Managers and customers when necessary.
- Contact the customer for follow-up or additional information when necessary.
- Prepare quotes working with Product Managers, Product Architects, District Sales Managers, Production Engineering and Operations when necessary.
- Prepare proposal drawing of required equipment. (NY only)
- Prepare specification of required equipment.
- Prepare cost estimates of required equipment.
- Request vendor quotes for major components and follow-up as necessary.
- Ensure Engineering hour estimates have been reviewed by appropriate Engineering Managers.
- Ensure Manufacturing hour estimates have been reviewed by appropriate Operations Managers.
- Obtain delivery estimates from Scheduling for inclusion in specification.
- Ensure the quote package meets customer requirements.
- Work with Product Line Leaders to obtain necessary Management approvals prior to forwarding to Sales/Customer.
- Travel as required for customer meetings, training, etc.
- Maintain proposal records and documentation.
- Represent Proposal group as required.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
- Awareness of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, EHS&S programs
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
- Education: 4-year Technical Degree preferred (a 2-year Technical Degree or equivalent experience considered)
- Technical: Familiarity with converting systems, equipment and markets served preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Excel and Word specifically
- Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and SolidWorks (NY only)
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy