Bids Specialist
Duration: 6+ mo, Contract, W-2
Pay: $22/hr
Location: Remote in the US
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Identifying and developing new bid opportunities.
* Prepare and coordinate bids, quotes, proposals; and sales plan/GPO Analysis (if applicable).
* Interfaces with various customers, suppliers and other members of the team to create, develop, and maintain accurate and timely bids and quotes.
* Perform product matches based off of customer usage reports.
* Work closely with other internal departments to prepare and submit bid paperwork and related documentation. Assists in calculating and totaling bid proposals for prospective clients as needed.
* Contact prospective clients to verify bid specifications or purchase requests and follow up on bid awards.
* Conduct price/cost savings reports utilizing lower cost alternative products and/or contract costs.
* Participate in special projects and performs other duties as required.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
* High School diploma, vocational training and/or on-the-job training required; Bachelor's degree preferred
* 4+ years of related experience required
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel
* Basic business math skills
* Strong time management/Organization skills and the ability to prioritize work while multitasking - plans and arranges activities
* Very good attention to detail/accuracy & Analytical thinker
* Excellent communication skills & Customer service oriented - ability to work with and resolve complex issues
* In a team environment, manages conflict and works effectively under pressure, establishing productive working relationships at multiple levels within the organization
* Oversees small projects Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.