Technical Quote Specialist I

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:

This role is responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive RFQ packages to support material and labor quoting of customer requirements The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and technically proficient in order to bridge the gap between sales, engineering, and materials. Responsible for understanding technical specifications and structured BOMs to ensure timely and precise quoting that supports business growth and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze customer quote packages, technical drawings, and specifications to develop an accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for quote with all supporting documentation
• Review proposal packages for completeness and interface with responsible functional groups to facilitate receipt of missing documentation/information
• Communicate with responsible functional groups to clarify requirements and provide technical support during the quoting process
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and production teams to gather necessary data for cost analysis
• Perform analysis of quote data and deliver periodic status reports and time commitments
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and customer requirements

Qualifications

• +2 years of experience in quoting, document configuration, or technical sales support
• Strong understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and EMS manufacturing processes
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to complete projects in a timely manner
• Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Ability to demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, good judgment and professionalism when representing the company
• Ability to work well as an individual or on teams
• Require moderate supervision for completion of tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with various functional groups
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time, including day and overnight travel as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of cost accounting principles and pricing strategies
• EMS production experience
• Ability to documents processes and lead continuous improvement activities

Abilities

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.
• Must be able to use a keyboard and do manual tasks for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.
• Must be able to talk, see, hear, concentrate, think, and reason
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 5 pounds 5% or less of the workday
• Must be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workday

Education: High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years experience in quoting, document configuration or technical sales support.

Geographical Location: Arizona:Tempe

Physical Location: Tempe, AZ - Headquarters

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.