Quotations Specialist

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for aQuotations Specialist! As a Quotations Specialist, you will help with the development of quotations on Renovations projects while establishing close relationships with the internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver outstanding customer service.

This role focuses on services for Multifamily and Hospitality Renovations and will support the customers in assigned regional and national territories. If you have experience with Hospitality and or Multifamily quotations/estimating, knowledge of building fixture products, and strong time management, this is an excellent opportunity to grow!

This position is approved to be fully Remote or will be hybrid if you are located near our Headquarters in Newport News, VA, per Company Policy.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications and requirements to create well-structured, detailed proposals that support business and client objectives.
• Provide pricing recommendations and consultative guidance to sales, project management, and leadership teams to support competitive positioning and profitability objectives.
• Execute quotation activities in accordance with established SOPs while identifying opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance quote accuracy.
• Engage with vendors to obtain accurate pricing lead time and product availability.
• Analyze quotation trends, pricing variances, product offerings, and market conditions to identify opportunities for margin improvement and process optimization.
• Analyze specifications, including sketches, blueprints, bills of material, or sample layouts
• Independently manage complex and high-value quotation opportunities requiring advanced analysis, interpretation of specifications, and multiple supplier engagements.
• Send completed quotes to the FEI sales representative and/or customer, builder, or contractor.
• Actively contribute to cross-functional initiatives involving pricing strategy, quotation processes, system enhancements, reporting, and operational excellence.
• Participate in associate meetings and communicate any concerns to management

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction-related quotations or estimating experience, required
• Prior use of Planswift, Quotesoft, Bid Tracer, Salesforce or similar estimating or CRM software, a plus
• Advance proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to interpret complex construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and customer requirements with minimal supervision.
• Ability to efficiently multitask in a highly deadline driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze pricing structures, margin performance, and financial impacts to support profitable business decisions.
• Deep knowledge of product lines, features, benefits, and applications.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Service-minded, innovative, enthusiastic, organized, collaborative, articulate and able to learn quickly
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/GenderIdentity.

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