Position: Material Quotation Specialist
Salary Range: $48,000-$58,000 $500 Signing Bonus
Hours: M-Th 6:30am-4:15pm; F 8:00am-12:00pm
Position Overview
Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Material Quotation Specialist to support our quoting and sales process by developing accurate, competitive material costs for customer Requests for Quote (RFQs). In this role, you will analyze electronic components, Bills of Material (BOMs), and PCB requirements, working closely with internal teams and our supplier network to secure best-available pricing and lead times.
This role is well suited for a supply chain or electronics manufacturing professional who enjoys data-driven analysis, supplier collaboration, and contributing directly to business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and track incoming customer RFQs from Sales and Program Management.
- Review customer-provided documentation for completeness and accuracy; coordinate with internal teams to resolve gaps or questions.
- Upload customer BOMs into Breadboard material quotation software and execute API calls and solicit vendor bids.
- Quote all electronic components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) from approved domestic and offshore suppliers.
- Ensure timely completion of material quotes and supplier bids to meet quotation deadlines, including follow-up and expediting as needed.
- Analyze vendor quotes for cost, lead time, and accuracy; negotiate pricing and delivery improvements as needed.
- Collaborate with suppliers, distributors, and manufacturer representatives to secure optimal pricing.
- Verify all quoted materials against customer documentation to ensure 100% accuracy.
- Compile final material costs that meet customer lead-time requirements and business objectives.
Qualifications:
- Proficient in computer-based applications, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). Advanced Excel skills required, including VLOOKUPs, formulas, and data formatting.
- Experience reviewing and interpreting customer RFQs, technical documentation, and assembly data packages.
- Strong working knowledge of electronic components, Bills of Material (BOMs), and printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies is preferred.
- Proficiency with material quotation, ERP, and supply chain software systems. Experience with SAP Business One and Breadboard quotation software is a plus.
Education: Associate’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent work experience may also be considered.
Experience: 2+ years’ experience in quoting, procurement, supply chain, or electronics manufacturing is preferred.
Waiver: An applicant may fill this position without meeting all qualifications with review and approval of the Owners Group.
Benefits
An equal opportunity employer that provides a competitive salary. Benefits plan includes paid time off, medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
This position includes a pre-employment background check and drug screen.