Role Overview
The Corporate Quotations Specialist supports all aspects of the A&D's quotation's activity to efficiently and cost-effectively support the land business unit. This role is responsible for sourcing, quoting, and pricing items accurately, competitively, and profitably. The specialist will communicate effectively with AFC Industries colleagues at all levels on quote opportunities and analyze quotation/supplier information to offer the most competitive and profitable response.
What You Will Do
Sourcing, quoting, and pricing items accurately, competitively, and profitably. Utilize established pricing systems & sourcing procedures. Communicate effectively with AFC Industries colleagues at all levels on quote opportunities to obtain information to enhance our chances of obtaining the business.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires strong negotiation skills, working knowledge of laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts, and knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in the fastener industry or industrial distribution, a strong understanding of LEAN principles, and proficiency in MS Office applications.
Requirements
- High School diploma required
- College degree in business, materials management, operations management, engineering or related field a strong plus
- 5+ years minimum experience in fastener industry or industrial distribution preferred
- Knowledge of import sources a strong plus
- Strong negotiation skills
- Working knowledge of laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts
- Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems often required
- Financial acumen
- High competency level in MS Office applications
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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