Bids Specialist Job at Onward Search (Albany)

Bids Specialist

A leading healthcare organization is hiring a Bids Specialist to support their t...

Location

United States , Albany

Salary:

20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hour

Onward Search

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Basic understanding of business math
Typically 4 or more years of related experience
High school education, vocational training, or on-the-job training
a bachelor's degree is preferred
Strong time management and multitasking skills

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with internal teams to prepare and submit bid documentation and related materials
Match products to customer reports to support bid accuracy
Verify bid specifications with prospective clients and follow up on awards
Generate reports on price and cost savings by identifying lower-cost alternatives
Assist in calculating and finalizing bid proposals for potential clients

What we offer

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Program
Commuter Benefit
eLearning and Ongoing Training
Education Reimbursement

Fulltime

Commercial Specialist - Global Bids & Pricing

We are seeking a commercially astute individual to lead complex, multi-country e...

Location

Hungary , Budapest

Salary:

Not provided

Vodafone

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Telecom Industry Expertise: Proven experience in telecommunications, ideally within procurement, sourcing, or bid-related roles at a major carrier.
Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of sourcing disciplines, with the ability to build commercial models and advise on cost optimisation.
Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Skilled in distilling complex data into actionable insights, with a track record of problem-solving in operational environments.
Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, bid, and regional partners.
Effective Communicator: Excellent presentation and communication skills, capable of delivering clear, data-driven recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools for data analysis and commercial modelling.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in leased procurement, bid management, pricing, or pre-sales solutions within the telecom sector.

Job Responsibility

Advise on Sourcing Strategy: Collaborate with bid and sales teams to shape sourcing approaches for large-scale customer bids, offering insights into supplier access, product options, and commercial recommendations.
Optimise Bid Feasibility and Costing: Evaluate feasibility outcomes and cost inputs, advising on commercial improvements to ensure competitive, client-aligned proposals.
Provide Market Intelligence: Deliver insights on supplier and competitor trends, leveraging regional knowledge to inform bid shaping and maintain a market-leading position.
Build Strategic Relationships: Partner closely with regional Partner Managers to align on sourcing strategies and solution offerings, ensuring cohesive and informed bid responses.
Drive Continuous Improvement: Challenge existing processes, propose innovative solutions, and provide feedback on customer demand trends to enhance sourcing effectiveness.

What we offer

Exposure to high-impact, global enterprise deals across multiple markets.
Opportunities to influence commercial strategy at senior leadership and customer level.
Collaboration within a diverse, international environment.
Continuous learning through complex negotiations, transformation initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome
A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team
Access to internal trainings through Vodafone University and external trainings via other providers
A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
Opportunities to participate in company activities and Vodafone Foundation events
Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)

Fulltime

Bids and Proposals Specialist

Service Stream’s Telecommunications division is growing! We’re looking for a Bid...

Location

Australia , Melbourne

Salary:

Not provided

Service Stream

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must be an Australian Citizen
2 or more years’ experience in a coordination role
Industry experience in Telecommunications or Utilities highly regarded
Capability in digital and visual content creation highly regarded
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence through writing and conversation
Strong business and commercial acumen
Background in a Business Development team strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Bid content development: Pull together critical information from across the business to build winning tender responses
Craft tailored, high-impact content that directly addresses client requirements
Leverage visual content to bring proposals to life and boost impact
Direct cross-functional teams to develop focused, high-quality bid content
Allocate and track deliverables across document management, formatting, and visual content
Governance: Drive the development of governance documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Ensure all governance deadlines and criteria are consistently achieved
Manage tender processes end-to-end, ensuring portfolio information is accurate and up to date

What we offer

Flexible working – genuine hybrid working options available
Growth – career development opportunities within a national, growing organisation
Discounts – access to retail partners such as Woolworths, Airbnb, JB Hi‑Fi and Bupa
Paid leave – parental, cultural, community service, study, volunteering and purchased leave
Culture – a supportive, inclusive workplace that values diversity and celebrates excellence

Fulltime

Project Manager

I'm working in partnership with a well-established civil engineering contractor ...

Location

United Kingdom , North Yorkshire

Salary:

60000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Ganymede

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering / highways
Strong track record working on framework contracts
Experience working for a main contractor or specialist subcontractor
Good working knowledge of NEC contracts
Strong commercial and contractual awareness
Effective leader with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Full UK driving licence

Job Responsibility

End-to-end management of civil engineering and highways projects
Delivery against financial, programme, safety, quality, and environmental targets
Pre-contract planning and coordination with estimating and commercial teams
Preparation and oversight of RAMS, programmes, and contract documentation
Resource planning and coordination of site teams and subcontractors
Ensuring full SHEQ compliance across all project activities
Commercial oversight, including variations, claims, and cost control
Monthly reporting, forecasting, and contract performance reviews
Stakeholder management across clients, local authorities, consultants, and supply chain
Supporting tender submissions, PQQs, and framework bids

What we offer

Competitive basic salary
Company car or car allowance
Bonus scheme
Private healthcare
Strong benefits package
Long-term career progression within a stable, growing business

Fulltime

Programme Lead Utility Diversions

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in eve...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven leadership in planning and delivering major utility diversions across complex infrastructure programmes
Strong understanding of utility statutory powers, DCO processes and collaborative working with utility providers
Extensive experience leading large teams and delivering major programmes through all lifecycle stages
Infrastructure sector expertise with professional membership and strong market knowledge and networks

Job Responsibility

Managing the coordination and delivery of a major programme and oversees the implementation of programme strategies, provides strategic direction and monitors delivery in alignment with overall vision and objectives
Defining and implementing an appropriate programme delivery environment including people, organisation, process, information and technology
Responsible for determining and assembling the right project team with the right skills, experience, capabilities and technical competency, including any required external specialist appointments
Improving performance from the bid baseline by optimizing resources and monitoring, reviewing and evaluating activities, systems and methodologies
Acting as the public face of the programme to external stakeholders, chairing executive steering group meetings
Directing and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, governance, risk, stakeholder management and programme compliance standards
Overseeing the development and maintenance of programme documentation, including process and procedures, plans, reports, registers, and lessons learned
Creating and nurtures a high-performing and inclusive team environment that encourages contribution and recognition
Conveying and connecting the wider business strategy to the programme team and promoting the associated initiatives
Ensuring operations are commercially and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives (including debt collection) and meeting organisational and legislative compliance obligations

Fulltime

Associate Fire Engineer

A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced As...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

75000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership with a recognised professional body
Extensive experience delivering fire strategies for complex buildings
Experience using modelling tools such as FDS, PyroSim, Pathfinder or similar
Strong knowledge of UK fire regulations and guidance including ADB, BS 9991 and BS 9999
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with clients and project teams
Consultancy experience within multidisciplinary construction projects

Job Responsibility

Leading the development of performance-based and code-compliant fire strategies
Providing fire engineering guidance throughout design, construction and project completion
Managing fire, smoke and evacuation modelling using specialist software
Leading client meetings, design workshops and technical consultations
Working closely with multidisciplinary teams including architecture, MEP, structural and project management professionals
Supporting major project bids and complex schemes
Mentoring junior and senior fire engineers within the team
Contributing to the development and growth of the fire engineering service

What we offer

Flexible and hybrid working options
Opportunities to lead high-profile and technically complex projects
Support with professional development and chartership progression
Clear career progression within a growing national fire engineering team

Fulltime

Procurement and Sourcing Specialist

The Procurement and Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing the full con...

Location

United States , Spring

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field preferred
Experience in contract administration, contract management, sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations
Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management processes
Knowledge of procurement practices, supplier management, and sourcing strategies
Familiarity with compliance requirements, risk assessment, and vendor documentation processes
Experience supporting RFP, RFQ, and bidding processes preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong negotiation and relationship management abilities
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving capabilities

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and revise contracts, amendments, renewals, and terminations
Support negotiations with internal and external stakeholders
Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation through closeout
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company requirements
Maintain accurate contract records and documentation
Identify contract risks and support issue resolution
Track contract milestones, performance, and deadlines
Prepare reports on contract status and key issues
Identify and evaluate suppliers based on business and procurement needs
Support supplier vetting, onboarding, and compliance checks

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Specialist, Procurement

Senior Specialist, Procurement is responsible for managing the procurement of in...

Location

United States , Boca Raton

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MRP experience
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
6 years’ experience in Procurement and/or Subcontracts. Experience to be one or a combination of the following: Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Legal and Government compliance, and/or Finance. Coursework, or practical experience that demonstrates business acumen, compliance, legal, negotiations skills, analytical mindset, strategy development and execution

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect categories such as IT, operations, capital, professional services, facilities management, marketing, and HR services with a focus on capital equipment and construction
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and assess market trends that may impact supply and pricing
Manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including document preparation, bid analysis, and supplier selection
Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and service level agreements
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, conducting regular business reviews to ensure performance metrics are met
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with the organization's procurement strategy
Monitor and manage supplier performance, addressing any issues related to delivery, quality, or compliance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the procurement process to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions and prepare reports for management review

What we offer

Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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