5-7 years of experience in pricing or quote analysis
Proficiency in Power BI for data-driven decision-making
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Intermediate analytical and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail in documentation and quoting activities
Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
Responsibilities
Assist in managing and processing customer quotes accurately and efficiently
Review and process requests for quotes, including clearing order holds
Utilize Power BI dashboards to extract insights for quoting accuracy
Prepare and deliver professional quotes tailored to customer needs
Resolve pricing-related order holds to ensure smooth workflows
Maintain accurate records of quotes and customer interactions
Collaborate with sales and operations teams to facilitate quoting processes
Benefits
Health care coverage
Dental coverage
Vision plans
401K benefits
Commissions and incentive compensation based on role
Full Job Description
Work location:
This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
Job Summary
The Quote Analyst supports pricing management through quotes, assigned to specific agencies and/or markets within defined limits of authority. This role primarily focuses on processing customer quotes efficiently and accurately while ensuring compliance with company policies and pricing guidelines. A key aspect of the role is the ability to navigate and utilize Power BI dashboards to support data-driven decision-making and quoting accuracy. The Quote Analyst also assists in resolving pricing-related order holds to streamline workflows and reduce delays.
Primary Focus on Quote Processing: Assist in managing pricing through quotes, ensuring accurate and timely completion.
Quote Management: Review and process customer requests for quotes, including Order Hold Clearing under supervision.
Data Utilization: Navigate and extract insights from Power BI dashboards to ensure data-driven quoting accuracy
Quote Preparation: Develop and deliver timely, professional, and precise quotes tailored to customer needs.
Pricing-Related Order Holds: Handle and resolve order holds related specifically to pricing, ensuring smooth workflow and minimal disruptions.
Documentation: Maintain records of quotes and customer interactions accurately.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with sales and operations teams to facilitate smooth quoting processes.
Performance Metrics Management:
Quote Turnaround Time: Ensure prompt responses to customer quote requests to maintain high service levels.
Quote Accuracy: Deliver precise and accurate quotes to align with customer needs and company goals.
Win Rate: Aim for a high conversion rate of quotes to successful deals.
Price Realization: Achieve targeted pricing outcomes through effective quoting strategies.
Revenue Growth: Contribute to overall sales and revenue targets through impactful quoting activities.
Margin Expansion: Focus on improving profit margins while maintaining competitive pricing.
Operational Responsibilities
Pricing and Product Updates: Regularly manage and update pricing and product information to reflect current standards and market trends.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and industry standards in all quoting activities.
Tool Utilization: Leverage Power BI dashboards to provide insights and guide strategic pricing decisions.
Record Maintenance: Keep detailed documentation of quotes and customer communications to support reporting and audits.
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
Communication and Negotiation: Clear verbal and written communication skills to support customer interactions and provide accurate information.
Analytical Abilities: Intermediate problem-solving and data analysis skills to assist in pricing decisions and quote preparation
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in documentation and quoting activities.
Time Management: Ability to manage workload efficiently, meet deadlines, and work effectively under supervision.
Technical Proficiency: Ability to effectively navigate and utilize the organization's quoting software. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams for daily tasks, reporting, and collaboration; ability to create presentations and effectively communicate data insights when needed.
Travel Requirements
1-20%
The range for this position is $68,600.00 to $148,000.00 USD. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant's experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.
About Acuity Brands, Inc
Acuity Brands, Inc. is a lighting and building management firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, with operations throughout North America and in Europe and Asia. It currently has about 12,000 employees and recorded net sales of $3.5 billion for fiscal year 2020. The company designs, produces, and distributes lighting fixtures, controls, and related products and services for commercial, institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications. Its lighting and building management solutions are marketed under various brands, including Lithonia Lighting, Holophane, Aculux, American Electric Lighting, and others. Acuity Brands is committed to sustainability and energy efficiency, and offers a range of products that meet or exceed industry standards for energy efficiency and environmental performance.
