K12 Bid Coordinator

National Food Group | 10X Inc 5000 Company; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care insurance

Group life & voluntary life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Flexible savings plan

Short-term & long-term disability

PTO & PTO buy up

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

National Food Group in Novi, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Bid Coordinator to join our K12 Sales Team. You will manage government bids, prepare submissions, and coordinate with Purchasing and Sales to obtain pricing from vendors.

The role requires strong writing and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A genuine enthusiasm for AI and emerging technology helps you apply modern tools to daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Highly organized with a process-driven mindset.
• Results-oriented and self-motivated to succeed.
• Understanding of business revenue and gross profit.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate government bids and large contracts.
• Prepare and submit bids with required information and docs.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Sales to obtain pricing.
• Recommend products to Sales Leads based on bid criteria.
• Organize bid documentation and maintain schedule.
• Review contracts and bids for compliance.
• Develop knowledge of food/shipping industries related to bids.
• Apply AI/tools to assist daily tasks when appropriate.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Process orientation

Results oriented

Self-motivated

Revenue awareness

Ability to prioritize

Adaptability

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Our K12 Sales Team is looking for a detail-oriented Bid Coordinator to join our collaborative team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, motivated, and interested in building a career in the food industry.

At National Food Group, we value a collaborative, progressive workplace and continually look for ways to make the employee experience productive and convenient. Our office includes hot and cold beverage machines, collaborative meeting spaces, an in-house gym, and an Innovation Center that supports product development and culinary innovation.

Your Essential Duties

• Manage various types of government bids and large contracts.
• Analyze, prepare, and submit bids with all required information and documentation.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing and Sales teams to obtain pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Recommend specific products to Sales Team Leads based on bid requirements.
• Research bids and customers, then organize and review bid documentation.
• Review contracts and bids to ensure all applicable rules, regulations, and requirements are followed.
• Develop knowledge of the food and shipping industries to better understand bid specifications and requirements.
• Help keep the bid process organized and on schedule by identifying, tracking, and documenting required work throughout the process.
• Perform detailed responsibilities in a fast-paced sales office where accuracy and attention to detail are critical.
• Learn and use relevant terminology when communicating with Sales, Logistics, and Purchasing.
• A genuine enthusiasm for AI and emerging technology, with a willingness to apply modern tools to support completion of daily tasks.

Your Qualifications

• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PDF) and Outlook
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Process-oriented approach
• Results-oriented and motivated to succeed
• Self-motivated
• A good understanding of business revenue and gross profit
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize work effectively
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to manage frequent changes in direction
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Benefits

We love it when our team members are happy and healthy! At National Food Group, you'll have the following benefits and perks:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision care insurance
• Group life & voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Flexible savings plan
• Short-term & long-term disability
• PTO & PTO buy up
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Our Office Work Environment

Works in a temperature-controlled office environment.

This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to fulfill these requirements.

The above statements generally describe the principal and essential functions of the job but should not be construed as a detailed description of all essential functions that may be inherent in the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity

National Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.