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We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.\nWorking at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!\nApplicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.\nLocation: Tempe, AZ (Hybrid - 3 days in office per week)\nJob Summary:\nPerforms costing and pricing process for new and existing customers. Manages customer pricing by leveraging best practices and methodology of the global proposal desk. Supports program management and customer management with quoting, cost reductions, price changes, analytics and profitability analyses.\n Principal Responsibilities:\nPrepares timely and accurate quotes for customers leveraging the global proposal desk and ensuring all quotes are approved and comply with internal policies.\nConducts quote review to ensure price accuracy and competitiveness of pre/post sales processes of assigned line cards.\nContributes to strategic pricing decisions and creates pricing models to support customers.\nPrepare and maintain all customer price books and cost models including day-to-day operations of timely and accurate updating of quote tool(s) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.\nWorks with materials, sales, program management, supplier Business Development Managers (BDM), customer service, and finance to ensure best costs for customers.\nMay prepare reports to ensure customer margin performance.\nTracks all win/loss results and provides activity reports to sales team to identify opportunities to increase sales.\nOther duties as assigned.\nJob Level Specifications:\nAcquired and applies working knowledge of the organization, job, practices and procedures to be proficient in all aspects of job.\nPerforms functions semi-routine in nature and recognizes the need for occasional alternative solutions.\nWork is performed independently, with minimal supervision. Able to establish priorities and manage time to complete work.\nCollaboration with other departments or teams may be required to perform role. May frequently respond to requests from others, internally or externally.\nImpact of decisions may affect the department. Errors may result in loss of time, resources and/or customer satisfaction.\n Work Experience:\nTypically requires a minimum of two years of related experience\nAdvanced Excel experienced preferred (Excel VBA coding, high end user)\n Education and Certification(s):\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent\nDistinguishing Characteristics:\nPosition may require the ability to travel\nAbility to work in a fast paced environment\nAction oriented\nStrong sense of teamwork, adaptability and cultivates innovation\nWhat We Offer:\nOur employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs - from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.\nGenerous Paid Time Off\n\n401K and Pension Plan\n\nPaid Holidays\n\nFamily Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance\n\nLong-term and Short-term Disability Insurance\n\nHealth Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account\n\nEducation Assistance\n\nEmployee Development Resources\n\nEmployee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs\n\nBenefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.\nAvnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. 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