Bid Specialist

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Qualifications:

4+ years of related experience in bid preparation and proposal management., Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with AS400 and Bid Tool., High School education required; Bachelor's degree preferred., Strong analytical thinking and excellent communication skills..

Key responsibilities:

  • Prepare and submit large, complex bid proposals and related documentation.
  • Conduct price/cost savings reports and ensure compliance with RFP terms.
  • Train staff on system functions, processes, and products.
  • Interface with customers and suppliers to maintain accurate bids and quotes.

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Job description

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for the preparation of large, complex bid proposals, identifying and developing new bid opportunities, and performing product matches.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Please include % of time for each responsibility)

  • Performs more advanced product matches based off of customer usage reports
  • Works closely with other HSI departments to prepare and submit bid paperwork and related documentation. Assists in calculating and totaling bid proposals for prospective clients as needed.
  • Conduct price/cost savings reports utilizing lower cost alternative products and/or contract costs. 
  • Work with the legal components of our RFP’s to ensure we are in compliance with the terms and conditions.
  • Train new and existing staff members on our system functions, processes, products, and databases.
  • May assist management with assigning, monitoring and reviewing workload.
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.  
  • This position interfaces with various customers, suppliers and other members of the Team to create, develop, and maintain accurate and timely bids and quotes.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • AS400
  • Bid Tool

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
  • Very good attention to detail and accuracy
  • Customer service oriented and ability to work with and resolve complex issues
  • Ability to plan and arrange activities
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent  written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to manage conflict
  • Capacity to work effectively under pressure
  • Analytical thinking
  • Oversee small to medium sized projects
  • Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
  • Establish productive working relationships at multiple levels within the organization

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 4 or more years of related experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Typically High School education, vocational training and/or on-the-job training. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers

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English
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Other Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Detail Oriented

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