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Technical QuoterDuncan Company • Minneapolis, MN, United States
Technical Quoter

Technical Quoter

Duncan Company • Minneapolis, MN, United States
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Technical Quoter

Duncan Co. based in Minnesota, Duncan Company is one of the largest stocking industrial distributors in the Upper Midwest. We offer an extensive inventory of high-quality products, including ball valves, butterfly valves, actuators, instruments, controls, safety products, and piping specialties. Partnering with leading manufacturers, we ensure you have access to reliable solutions for your industrial needs.

The Technical Quoter supports our Technical Sales team and takes ownership of complex, project-based quoting initiatives that fuel our company's growth. You'll work closely with Outside Sales, Engineering, Automation, and Purchasing to craft competitive, technically sound quotes for assemblies and projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and delivering timely results in a fast-paced environment.

Key Duties and Essential Functions:

  • Manage a shared quoting inbox; review, prioritize, and respond to RFQs and inquiries.
  • Own assigned quotes from intake through completion, ensuring timely acknowledgment and delivery.
  • Review specifications, drawings, and project requirements to determine feasibility and approach.
  • Prepare accurate, competitive quotes for valves, actuators, assemblies, and automation solutions.
  • Gather technical and commercial details (configurations, accessories, testing, documentation).
  • Coordinate with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, lead times, and technical requirements.
  • Evaluate alternatives to optimize cost, lead time, and margin.
  • Identify upsell opportunities (spares, accessories, complementary products).
  • Deliver clear, professional quotes with defined scope, pricing, exclusions, and timelines.
  • Follow up on open quotes to drive order conversion.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Automation, and Purchasing teams.
  • Ensure smooth handoff from quote to order with complete documentation.
  • Maintain accurate records and adhere to quoting standards and turnaround goals.
  • Support continuous improvement of quoting processes and tools.

Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience in quoting, estimating, technical sales, or application engineeringpreferably in industrial equipment, automation, or engineered products.
  • Strong technical background with the ability to understand and configure assemblies, systems, and components for industrial applications.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for quoting tools, data analysis, margin calculation, and vendor comparison.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with ERP and CRM toolsProphet 21 (P21) and WPCRM strongly preferred.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical and commercial information clearly.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple open quotes, and meet tight deadlines.
  • High level of initiative and ownership with a customer-focused mindset.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to observe details at close range.

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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