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Bids Specialist - Temporary
Location
United States
Posted
76 days ago
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Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Bids Specialist - Temporary
FlexStaff
FlexStaff is seeking a temporary Bids Specialist for our client, a leading distributer of health care products. - Temporary role from April - October 2026 - M-F 8:00am-4:30pm (Remote) - Pay rate: $22/hr 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. 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 QUALIFICATIONS - 4 or more years of related experience preferred - High School education, vocational training and/or on-the-job training. - Bachelor’s degree preferred. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
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