Bids Specialist at Roth Staffing Companies in Albany, New York

Job Description:

Pay Rate: $22.00/hour


Location: REMOTE


Duration: 6-months


Hours: 9AM to 5:30PM EST


JOB DESCRIPTION



This position is responsible for identifying and developing new bid opportunities.


Prepare and coordinate bids, quotes, proposals; and sales plan/GPO Analysis (if applicable).


This position interfaces with various customers, suppliers and other members of the team to create, develop, and maintain accurate and timely bids and quotes.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:



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:



* Proficient in Microsoft Excel


* Basic business math


GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:


Strong 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 projects Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities Establish productive working relationships at multiple levels within the organization


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.


May work anywhere in the United States - 100% Remote



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.