Project Administrator

About Rexel Southern

Rexel Southern is a leading provider of sustainable electrical supplies and solutions with a vast global presence encompassing over 1,900 branches across 17 countries, focused on innovation and sustainability within the electrical industry.

Position Overview

This Project Administrator role is a crucial part of the State Projects team, responsible for delivering accurate, competitive, and timely project pricing through a thorough, systematic approach. The position also involves fostering successful project outcomes and supporting the network to ensure an excellent customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Thoroughly review, interpret, and generate customer quote requests, ensuring professionalism and timely submission.
• Engage with customers and suppliers to resolve any discrepancies in specifications or drawings for favorable results.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with manufacturers and sales representatives to achieve competitive and prompt pricing.
• Work closely with management teams to establish cost and selling prices that optimize profit margins.
• Strive to improve the project conversion rate to meet departmental objectives.
• Verify specifications and quantities against orders post-project acquisition.
• Utilize CRM systems fully to track and manage opportunity-related activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent general education degree.
• Experience in project quoting, estimating, or related roles is advantageous.
• Background in electrical wholesaling, trades, or building/construction industries, along with related qualifications, is highly valued.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially advanced capabilities in MS Excel and MS Project.
• Excellent customer service orientation with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, capable of multitasking while maintaining organization.
• Business savvy with the creativity to think innovatively.
• Ability to work independently and set achievable goals.

Additional Information

Rexel Southern is committed to providing a supportive and enjoyable work environment to enhance career development. Our company is engaged in charitable causes, sustainability efforts, and offers performance-based rewards.

• Opportunities for career advancement in specialized areas, management, or exploring new roles.
• Recognized leader in environmental sustainability.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, including active support for women through the “Women in Rexel” program.
• Potential for global mobility with a presence in multiple countries.
• Access to Rexel Rewards Program featuring numerous discounts and offers for employees and their families.
• Wellbeing programs including birthday leave.

Applicants from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Pre-employment medical assessments, drug screening, and national criminal background checks may be part of the hiring process.