Proposals Specialist

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