Bid Analyst
About The Position
Will put together and present RFP/RFQ for internal departments. Limited to promotional/expense orders. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepare proposals and quotes for internal departments. Gather qualified vendors for proposal participation based on department requests. Write clear and concise request for proposal or quotes based on the departments’ needs, timeline, and budget. Gather quotes and requested samples. Present final proposals in a professional and unbiased way to requesting department. Send award and rejection letters to participating vendors. Ensure timely delivery of ‘bid’ to requesting department. Negotiate best proposal with a supplier for the requesting department. Execute orders through Expense PO’s as required. Follow item through inception to completion on time and within budget. Facilitate solutions between suppliers and departments as issues arise during the bid/order process. Negotiate discounts and hold suppliers accountable for failure to provide bids/services based on awarded orders. Understands the needs of each department in order to procure the best pricing/items. Have a cross-functional ability to interact with all departments. All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Excel and Word skills
- Ability to work multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Ability to work with multiple departments and vendors in a professional manner
- Ability to convey a positive and professional image
- Ability to work independently on long term and short term projects
- Requires attention to detail
- Must be able to prioritize
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Business, Economics or Accounting preferred
- One-two years of supply chain management, inventory management, purchasing, or replenishment buying
- Working knowledge of purchasing functions and of the materials, products, and commodity markets
- Ability to lead others
Responsibilities
- Prepare proposals and quotes for internal departments.
- Gather qualified vendors for proposal participation based on department requests.
- Write clear and concise request for proposal or quotes based on the departments’ needs, timeline, and budget.
- Gather quotes and requested samples.
- Present final proposals in a professional and unbiased way to requesting department.
- Send award and rejection letters to participating vendors.
- Ensure timely delivery of ‘bid’ to requesting department.
- Negotiate best proposal with a supplier for the requesting department.
- Execute orders through Expense PO’s as required.
- Follow item through inception to completion on time and within budget.
- Facilitate solutions between suppliers and departments as issues arise during the bid/order process.
- Negotiate discounts and hold suppliers accountable for failure to provide bids/services based on awarded orders.
- Understands the needs of each department in order to procure the best pricing/items.
- Have a cross-functional ability to interact with all departments.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
- Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
- Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
- Opportunities for Career Growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
