JOB FUNCTION:

The Bid Administrator is responsible for processing customer requests for discounted pricing through professional and efficient completion of required documentation in a manner that is satisfactory to the customer while maintaining profitability.

JOB DUTIES:

• Review customer requests for evaluation of available discounts.
• Work with customer to accurately meet customer's need and identify appropriate products.
• Provide discounts using categorical pricing guidelines, recaps, and historical data.
• Calculate shipping costs as necessary.
• Accurately and efficiently complete all required documentation associated with providing discounted pricing through RFPs (Request for Proposals), Bids, RFQs (Request for Quotes), Pricing Requests, etc.
• Accurately and efficiently maintain discounted pricing in current operating system.
• Coordinate with Sales, Merchandising and Procurement teams to assist customers as needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of competitor trends.
• Maintain a list of potential product offerings.
• Assist with maintenance of competitor database.
• Assist with special projects and large accounts as needed.
• Utilize Excel spreadsheets when available to streamline workflow and assist with analyzing future opportunities.
• Provide assistance to additional departments as needed.
• Special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 3 - 5 years minimum office experience or equivalent.
• Ability to accurately type 30-35 wpm.
• Ability to complete work accurately within stringent deadlines.
• Use of mainframe and personal computer with emphasis on Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work with people and have excellent customer service skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong math/analytical skills, understanding of margin calculations and profitability analysis.
• Exercise independent judgement regarding margin/financials.
• Ability to read and write in English.