Bid Coordinator – Gear Dept.
Shepherd Electric Supply, Inc.
Laurel, MD
Job Details
Join Our Team as a Gear Bid Coordinator at Shepherd Electric Supply!
Location: Laurel, Maryland
About Shepherd Electric Supply: At Shepherd Electric Supply, excellence in service, pricing, and products has been our mission since 1892. As the oldest wholesale electrical distributor in the Baltimore/Washington area, we take pride in our exceptional customer service and extensive inventory. We have a rich history of partnering with industry leaders like General Electric, and our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry. Join our team and be a part of our legacy!
Position Summary: Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a motivated and dependable self-starter to join our Gear team. This entry-level position offers significant opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will be organized, process-driven, detail-oriented, and possess strong critical thinking skills. We value individuals who are eager to grow within the team and contribute to continuous process improvement.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Pay: Starting at $45,000 (commensurate with experience)
Essential Functions:
- Coordinate customer bid inquiries with the Shepherd Gear team.
- Facilitate connections between customers and team members to ensure timely delivery of quotations.
- Provide insights on customer requests and maintain effective communication with customers.
- Utilize proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Adobe, and file transfer sites for efficient task management.
- Engage with the team in both digital and print formats, collating customer requests and documents.
- Exhibit a desire to grow and build technical skills.
- Offer input on current processes and suggest improvements.
- Opportunity to quote small jobs directly to contractors.
- Opportunity to process orders directly with suppliers.
- Assist in customer and vendor-facing project management tasks, including expediting and tracking, change orders, and returns processing.
- Perform all other associated tasks as assigned by the leadership team.
Job Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills via phone, email, and in-person.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe, Outlook, and internet applications.
- Detail-oriented, timely, and deadline-driven.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Basic understanding of the construction industry is preferred but not required.
Why Shepherd Electric Supply?
- A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, a prescription drug plan, paid vacation, personal time, and a 401k plan with an employer match.
- A culture of inclusion and diversity. We’re an equal opportunity employer that truly values and celebrates every individual.
- Be part of a legacy. Join us in driving Shepherd Electric Supply’s mission of unparalleled service, exceptional pricing, and top-tier products. Let’s write the next chapter of our history together!
Equal Opportunity Employer: Shepherd Electric Supply is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Join our team at Shepherd Electric Supply and be a part of our success story! Apply today.
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