Gear Quotations Specialist

About the role

Make a difference.

The Gear Quotation Specialist supports Sales, Customer Service, and Operations teams by developing accurate, compliant, and competitive quotations for electrical gear and related solutions. This role plays a critical part in driving profitable revenue while minimizing commercial and technical risk to the company. The Specialist supports branch and district sales strategies through timely, detailed, and well-documented responses to both internal and external customers.

In this role you will

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical gear, assemblies, and related materials requested by Sales, Customer Service, and project teams.
• Read, interpret, and analyze single-line electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts to accurately identify required LV and MV electrical equipment, ratings, configurations, and accessories.
• Review and interpret customer specifications, project requirements, and contract documents to ensure quotations are compliant with technical, commercial, and customer-specific standards.
• Compile, review, and organize bills of material (BOMs), drawings, and specifications using in-depth knowledge of manufactured products, engineered solutions, and available services.
• Identify scope gaps, conflicts, or ambiguities between single-line drawings, specifications, and BOMs; proactively communicate clarification needs to Sales or customers.
• Evaluate and compare competing manufacturers' BOMs, configurations, and technical offerings to determine the most appropriate and cost-effective solution aligned with customer and specification requirements.
• Support pre-submittals, submittals, resubmittals, and revisions, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and drawing intent prior to release.
• Identify and itemize accessories, control options, and third-party equipment sourced externally as part of the quotation.
• Contact manufacturers, factories, and authorized representatives to obtain pricing, lead times, technical clarifications, and compliance confirmations related to specifications and drawings.
• Compute cost and sell pricing using multiple factors including margins, inventory availability, competitive environment, price validity, logistics, freight, handling, staging, and abnormal shipping requirements.
• Identify and communicate technical and commercial risks related to equipment selection, specification compliance, lead times, or scope assumptions.
• Ensure all quotations, customer approvals, and acknowledgments are properly documented to reduce liability and support audit and order execution requirements.
• Maintain accurate digital job files, including drawings, specifications, correspondence, and pricing assumptions, to support smooth handoff to Order Management and Operations.

What you bring to the table

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in switchgear or electrical distribution quotations, estimating, pricing, or technical sales support.
• Demonstrated business acumen with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4-5 years of experience quoting electrical low voltage gear, switchgear, or engineered electrical solutions within the electrical distribution or manufacturing industry preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities preferred.
• Four-year degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Compensation Details

The expected rate of pay for this position is $33.00 per hour

The Value of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what's next for you.