Bid Specialist- Hybrid
TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC) · Brown Deer, WI · 1 mo ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today!
*Please note - This role requires 50% in-office time*
What TAPCO has to offer you
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one)
- Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
- 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
- Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
- Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee
What you will accomplish as a Bid Specialist at TAPCO
The Bid Specialist will play a key role in managing the end-to-end bid process, including the preparation, submission, and follow-up of proposals for potential clients and projects. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate bid responses and maintaining compliance with client requirements and company standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough research to identify relevant bid opportunities across various platforms, portals, and networks in designated regional territories.
- Maintain an updated pipeline of upcoming and ongoing tenders and RFPs.
- Analyze tender requirements and assess their alignment with the company’s services, capabilities, and strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information for bid preparation and submission.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, procurement processes, and competitor activities to provide strategic insights.
- Maintain organized records of bid opportunities, deadlines, and submission statuses in company CRM.
- Recommend bid/no-bid decisions based on feasibility, profitability, and resource availability.
- Support the proposal development team and ensure all identified bids are communicated effectively and within established timelines.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in bid search, business development, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of procurement and tendering processes across various industries.
- Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in using bid search platforms and software tools (e.g., [specific platforms/tools, if applicable]).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
Service Now experience (preferred)
About Us
At TAPCO, we aim to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives!