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About the role
Quotation & Bidding Specialist
Status Regular, Full time
Location: Concord, Ontario
Job Description As a Quotation and Bidding Specialist , you will play a key role in supporting the preparation and coordination of bids for commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects. You will analyze project requirements, collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, and ensure timely, competitive, and accurate quotations that align with Guillevin’s standards of excellence and customer service.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze customer RFQs, tender documents, and technical specifications to prepare accurate quotes
- Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers to obtain pricing and product availability
- Work closely with inside sales, outside sales, and technical specialists to ensure bid compliance and profitability
- Enter and manage quote data using internal systems (e.g., Eclipse or other ERP tools)
- Ensure all proposals meet company guidelines, pricing strategies, and customer expectations
- Follow up on submitted bids and assist in post-bid reviews
- Maintain documentation for bids and quotations for future reference and auditing
- Stay current with industry trends, product knowledge, and vendor updates
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in a related field (Electrical, Business, or Technical) or equivalent work experience
- 2+ years of experience in quoting, bidding, or estimating in the electrical distribution or construction industry
- Knowledge of electrical products, materials, and specifications (e.g., conduit, breakers, switchgear, lighting) is an asset
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and quoting tools
What’s In It For You We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Certified as a Great Place to Work®, we offer a dynamic work environment with great career opportunities. We promote autonomy and decision making.
What Sets Us Apart Is Our
- Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishments is part of our culture.
- A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.
Among Our Benefits
- Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.
- Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.
- Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.
- Charging terminals available at our facilities.
- Years of Service Recognition Program.
Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen!
Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.
About Guillevin
We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Guillevin, a growing network. Founded in 1906, we rank among Canada's largest distributors of electrical material. We also do business nationally in Automation, Datacom and Renewable Energy.
We have a solid national network: a team of 2,000+employees, 140+ business centres, head office based in Montreal with regional offices.
Certified as a Great Place to Work®, we’re a Canadian company that offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities to grow.
Our people make it happen. We promote autonomy and decision making. We share the success of our collective efforts. Rewarding victories is part of our culture.
Learn more about our products, who we are and about our careers opportunities. Make it happen.
Top Benefits
About the role
Quotation & Bidding Specialist
Status Regular, Full time
Location: Concord, Ontario
Job Description As a Quotation and Bidding Specialist , you will play a key role in supporting the preparation and coordination of bids for commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects. You will analyze project requirements, collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, and ensure timely, competitive, and accurate quotations that align with Guillevin’s standards of excellence and customer service.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze customer RFQs, tender documents, and technical specifications to prepare accurate quotes
- Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers to obtain pricing and product availability
- Work closely with inside sales, outside sales, and technical specialists to ensure bid compliance and profitability
- Enter and manage quote data using internal systems (e.g., Eclipse or other ERP tools)
- Ensure all proposals meet company guidelines, pricing strategies, and customer expectations
- Follow up on submitted bids and assist in post-bid reviews
- Maintain documentation for bids and quotations for future reference and auditing
- Stay current with industry trends, product knowledge, and vendor updates
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in a related field (Electrical, Business, or Technical) or equivalent work experience
- 2+ years of experience in quoting, bidding, or estimating in the electrical distribution or construction industry
- Knowledge of electrical products, materials, and specifications (e.g., conduit, breakers, switchgear, lighting) is an asset
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and quoting tools
What’s In It For You We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Certified as a Great Place to Work®, we offer a dynamic work environment with great career opportunities. We promote autonomy and decision making.
What Sets Us Apart Is Our
- Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishments is part of our culture.
- A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.
Among Our Benefits
- Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.
- Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.
- Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.
- Charging terminals available at our facilities.
- Years of Service Recognition Program.
Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen!
Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.
About Guillevin
We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Guillevin, a growing network. Founded in 1906, we rank among Canada's largest distributors of electrical material. We also do business nationally in Automation, Datacom and Renewable Energy.
We have a solid national network: a team of 2,000+employees, 140+ business centres, head office based in Montreal with regional offices.
Certified as a Great Place to Work®, we’re a Canadian company that offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities to grow.
Our people make it happen. We promote autonomy and decision making. We share the success of our collective efforts. Rewarding victories is part of our culture.
Learn more about our products, who we are and about our careers opportunities. Make it happen.