Pre-Bid Manager

Core & Main

60d

About The Position

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more. Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities Quarterback pre-bid strategy, in charge of bid calendar to drive and pull the parts together: Validates price take-offs Scope review and management Working with RSM's and OSR's through pre-bid process Vendor alignment All price cuts to clients are through this pre-bid manager and sell the talking points to them Once PO comes in, pre-bid manager verifies power scope bid to what the client is buying from us Hands off for the submittal team and RSM and PM team for T&C negotiations and project management Nature and Scope Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results. Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues. Oversees the fulfillment of multiple projects and assignments, including planning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data. Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct "customers" of the process. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel or professional personnel but does not have hiring or firing authority. Work Environment Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable
Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline.
Generally 2-5 years of experience in related field; OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in related field.
Certification is required in some areas.

Nice To Haves

DBIA and/or PMP certification is a plus.
5 years prior experience specific to bid preparation, sales or construction
Treatment Plant experience
Strong computer skills desired
Extensive product knowledge of waterworks materials
Experience in a relationship and service oriented role in manufacturing, distribution or construction management
Formal project management training and/or PMI Certification highly preferred
Knowledge of order entry, inventory management, supply chain logistics process and systems

Responsibilities

Quarterback pre-bid strategy, in charge of bid calendar to drive and pull the parts together
Validates price take-offs
Scope review and management
Working with RSM's and OSR's through pre-bid process
Vendor alignment
All price cuts to clients are through this pre-bid manager and sell the talking points to them
Once PO comes in, pre-bid manager verifies power scope bid to what the client is buying from us
Hands off for the submittal team and RSM and PM team for T&C negotiations and project management
Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations.
Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems.
Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.
Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected.
Determines and develops approach to solutions.
Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
Oversees the fulfillment of multiple projects and assignments, including planning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc.
Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.