Bid Specialist

Job description

Job Title: Bid Specialist Location: Mysuru Department: Bid Management Reporting To: Head Bid Management **Duties & Responsibilities** - **RFQ Review & Analysis:** Receive RFQs from Sales, thoroughly analyze requirements, and define customer expectations in coordination with Sales and the customer. VelvetJobs - **Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:** Work closely with Engineering, Sourcing, Finance, Operations, Sales, and other key departments to gather inputs and develop comprehensive quotes/proposals. Simplify Jobs - **Proposal Preparation:** Manage and prepare complete proposals, including technical, commercial, and pricing sections, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and internal standards. VelvetJobs - **Competitive Analysis:** Evaluate competitor offerings and perform pricing and value analysis to create competitive bid strategies. Betterteam - **Resolve Pricing Discrepancies:** Address and resolve pricing or costing inconsistencies with stakeholders to ensure accurate and profitable proposals. VelvetJobs - **Documentation & Compliance:** Document bid responses and maintain governance of bid documents, ensuring all deliverables meet internal and customer requirements. VelvetJobs - **Stakeholder Communication:** Maintain effective communication with all key stakeholders throughout the bid lifecycle. Betterteam - **Progress Reporting:** Provide regular updates on bid status, risks, deadlines, and outcomes to relevant internal stakeholders. VelvetJobs **Requirements/Qualifications** - **Educational Background:** Preferably a diploma or bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical/ELEctronics) or a related field. Indeed - **Industry Experience:** Experience in machining/manufacturing environments; familiarity with machining processes (materials, methods, secondary processes) is preferred. - **Techno-Commercial Skills:** Ability to balance technical understanding with commercial acumen for pricing, costing, and bid preparation. Betterteam - **Aerospace & Defense Exposure:** Experience in the Aerospace & Defense segment is a plus (preferred, not mandatory). - **Communication Skills:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams and external customers. Indeed - **Interpersonal Skills:** Strong teamwork, coordination, and stakeholder engagement capabilities. - **Project Management:** Ability to manage multiple RFQs/bids, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively. VelvetJobs **Key Competencies** - Analytical thinking and problem-solving - Attention to detail and accuracy - Ability to work under pressure and handle deadlines - Understanding of pricing and cost models - Clear and concise communication Interested candidates may reach out to **rajashekahara.n@cyientdlm.com**