Municipal Bid Specialist & Sales Administrator

Rowell-Chemical-Corporation-; Lyons Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowell is seeking a Municipal Bid & Sales Administrator in Willow Springs, IL to coordinate the municipal bidding process from opportunity identification through submission and follow-up. You will support the Sales team, serve as the point of contact for municipal purchasing departments, and work with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate responses to bid requirements.

Essential duties include monitoring procurement platforms, reviewing bid documents, coordinating pricing and materials,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years in sales administration or bid coordination.
• Experience with municipal or government bids preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor municipal procurement websites and bid platforms for opportunities and deadlines.
• Review bid specifications, RFPs, RFQs to identify requirements and gather information.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit complete municipal bids and proposals.
• Coordinate pricing, product information, certifications, and documents with Sales and internal teams.
• Track submitted bids, results, awards, and contract requirements; maintain records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer-focused mindset

Communication skills

Collaborative / team-oriented

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Full-time Regular Willow Springs, IL, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1108

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

The Municipal Bid & Sales Administrator is responsible for coordinating the company’s municipal bidding process from identifying opportunities through submission and follow-up. This position monitors procurement platforms, prepares and submits bids and proposals, coordinates required documentation and pricing, and maintains accurate bid and contract records. The role also provides administrative support to the Sales team, serves as a point of contact for municipal purchasing departments, and works closely with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate, and complete responses to customer and bid requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor municipal procurement websites and bid platforms for relevant opportunities and maintain a calendar of bid deadlines and requirements.
• Review bid specifications, RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation documents to identify requirements and coordinate necessary information.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit complete and accurate municipal bids, proposals, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with Sales and internal departments to obtain pricing, product information, certifications, insurance documents, and other required materials.
• Track submitted bids, results, awards, and contract requirements while maintaining organized records and following up on opportunities as needed.
• Support the Sales team with quotations, proposals, contracts, and customer documentation.
• Maintain accurate bid, contract, pricing, and customer records.
• Assist with contract tracking, renewals, pricing agreements, and other sales administration activities.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and other sales-related information as needed.
• Maintain templates, forms, and standard documentation to support an efficient sales and bidding process.

Customer & Internal Support

• Serve as a point of contact for municipal purchasing departments, procurement personnel, and bid coordinators.
• Collaborate with Sales Representatives to gather information and coordinate responses to customer and procurement requests.
• Coordinate internally to obtain compliance documents, product information, pricing, and other supporting materials.
• Communicate bid results, contract information, and important deadlines to appropriate internal teams.
• Provide general administrative support to the Sales team and assist with special projects as needed.

Required Skills and Success Factors

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Exceptional attention to detail

Why You’ll Succeed at Rowell

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy building relationships, solving customer challenges, managing a sales pipeline, taking ownership of customer success, and contributing directly to company growth and performance.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associate degree or additional education in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in sales administration, bid/proposal coordination, purchasing, customer service, or a related administrative role.
• Experience working with municipal, government, or public-sector bids and procurement processes preferred.

Computer and Equipment Skills

• Advanced skills with Microsoft applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and/or other web-based applications. May produce complex documents, perform analysis, and maintain databases.

Rowell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, disability, age, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status), national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Our workplace culture values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility. Rowell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.