Bid and Proposal Specialist
Schneider Electric, Jeffersonville, IN, United States
Contract, Bid, and Proposal Management Professional. Drive excellence in our tendering processes. Your expertise in analyzing RFQs and preparing winning proposals will make a significant impact on our business success.
Location: Remote in the United States. Must be within Eastern or Central time zone. If located within 40 miles of a Schneider Electric office, schedule will be hybrid.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
What will you do:
Participates in the scoping of the project with Sales (and/or the Customer) to understand the project requirements and required deliverables.
Responsible for the accurate development of solutions and effective presentation materials in the form of proposals and RFP responses.
Coordinates and oversees pricing and technical document production.
Writes, edits, formats and reviews proposals. Customizes proposal to accurately reflect proposed solutions. Ensures compliance with Customer requests and/or requirements. Ensures that all proposals and accompanying materials are accurate and error‑free.
Works with assigned technical resources to obtain Schneider equipment pricing and margin analyses.
Supports escalation activities to obtain approvals from Executive Leadership.
Prepares the final version of pricing documents and leads price/scope review meetings with representatives from Sales, Engineering, Pre‑construction, Execution and Finance before proposal delivery.
Works within strict deadlines for submission, and drives company resources to meet deadlines.
Ensures accurate information is included in forecasting reports.
Organizes and facilitates Proposal/Contract Transition meetings.
Supports the construction team as necessary to order and deliver equipment.
Performs quality control edits on all documents.
What will make you successful:
BE degree in business or related field.
Strong communication and ability to lead conversations with leadership.
Comfortable with ambiguity and take initiative.
Demonstrated track record in contract administration and proposal management.
Strong analytical skills with ability to optimize project setups and lead tender teams.
Expertise in presales contract strategies and bid document preparation.
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage contract amendments.
Professional understanding of commercial and technical aspects of proposal development.
What's in it for you:
Opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from local tenders to complex solution proposals.
Development of expertise across multiple business areas and technologies.
Career growth through exposure to various aspects of contract and proposal management.
Collaborative environment working with cross‑functional teams.
Platform to enhance your commercial and technical knowledge.
For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $86,400.00-$129,600.00 per year, which includes base pay and short‑term incentive.
Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k)+match, well‑being and recognition programs, 12 holidays per year,
15
days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.
How to Apply: You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Location: Remote in the United States. Must be within Eastern or Central time zone. If located within 40 miles of a Schneider Electric office, schedule will be hybrid.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
What will you do:
Participates in the scoping of the project with Sales (and/or the Customer) to understand the project requirements and required deliverables.
Responsible for the accurate development of solutions and effective presentation materials in the form of proposals and RFP responses.
Coordinates and oversees pricing and technical document production.
Writes, edits, formats and reviews proposals. Customizes proposal to accurately reflect proposed solutions. Ensures compliance with Customer requests and/or requirements. Ensures that all proposals and accompanying materials are accurate and error‑free.
Works with assigned technical resources to obtain Schneider equipment pricing and margin analyses.
Supports escalation activities to obtain approvals from Executive Leadership.
Prepares the final version of pricing documents and leads price/scope review meetings with representatives from Sales, Engineering, Pre‑construction, Execution and Finance before proposal delivery.
Works within strict deadlines for submission, and drives company resources to meet deadlines.
Ensures accurate information is included in forecasting reports.
Organizes and facilitates Proposal/Contract Transition meetings.
Supports the construction team as necessary to order and deliver equipment.
Performs quality control edits on all documents.
What will make you successful:
BE degree in business or related field.
Strong communication and ability to lead conversations with leadership.
Comfortable with ambiguity and take initiative.
Demonstrated track record in contract administration and proposal management.
Strong analytical skills with ability to optimize project setups and lead tender teams.
Expertise in presales contract strategies and bid document preparation.
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage contract amendments.
Professional understanding of commercial and technical aspects of proposal development.
What's in it for you:
Opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from local tenders to complex solution proposals.
Development of expertise across multiple business areas and technologies.
Career growth through exposure to various aspects of contract and proposal management.
Collaborative environment working with cross‑functional teams.
Platform to enhance your commercial and technical knowledge.
For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $86,400.00-$129,600.00 per year, which includes base pay and short‑term incentive.
Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k)+match, well‑being and recognition programs, 12 holidays per year,
15
days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.
How to Apply: You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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