Bid Coordinator

LanceSoft Inc; Naperville (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions company is seeking a Bid Coordinator to manage bid processes and ensure accuracy in pricing. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Food Service Bid Process. Strong analytical skills and excellent knowledge of Excel are essential. This remote role offers flexible hours and a pay rate of $26.00/hour.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Food Service Bid Process.
• Finance background is helpful.
• Experience with bid documents and legal documents required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Non-Profit and For-Profit bid processes and contract processes.
• Analyze bid requests and make recommendations on products and pricing.
• Ensure compliance with bid requirements and audit guidelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent knowledge of Excel

Flexibility in work hours

Education

Associate Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

SAP

Vistex

Job description

Overview

Title – Bid Coordinator

Location – Naperville, IL ( Remote)

Duration – 0 – 3 months

Shift - 1st (8:00AM to 5:00PM)

Hourly Rate - $26.00/Hour

Job Duties

• Manage the Non-Profit and For-Profit bid process and contract process to ensure accurate, timely, and financially sound pricing decisions and contract pricing integrity.
• Oversee the process within Specialty Channels Vistex system, as well as various customer-managed bid and contract systems.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding contracts.
• Review and analyze bid requests and make recommendations to sales on products and pricing.
• Analyze bid recaps to understand win/loss/share data.
• Identify risk and opportunity areas while capturing competitive information.
• Ensure accuracy of data, timely submissions, compliance with bid requirements, and adherence to internal audit guidelines.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a similar role (0–2 years in Food Service Bid Process preferred).
• Associate Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Finance background helpful.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP/Vistex a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with bid documents, legal documents, etc.
• Excellent time management, organization skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Self-starter and team player.
• Flexibility in work hours (some shifts start at 7 AM, others at 9 AM CST).