RFQ & Proposals Leader – Electronics EMS

Nextek, Incorporated; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays

401k Match

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Nextek, Inc. in Madison, AL is seeking a detail-oriented Bids & Proposal Manager to lead RFQ/quote activities for electronics manufacturing services.

You will develop pricing, collaborate with sales, production, and engineering, and drive accurate, timely proposals to support growth. The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in Office and CRM tools, with a focus on improving quoting workflows and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Experience in Electronics Manufacturing or Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS).
• Proven experience in quoting, sales support, or customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM quoting software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of pricing strategies and cost structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the RFQ/Quote Process from RFQ Receipt to Final Proposal Offer.
• Develop a streamlined process to accommodate increased RFQs/Quotes.
• Prepare and deliver accurate quotes to customers based on specs, pricing guidelines, and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, production, engineering and procurement teams to gather information for quotes.
• Track and report KPIs for quotes, integrating metrics into CRM (D365) as needed.
• Maintain and update pricing databases and quotation templates for consistency and accuracy.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding quotes and provide clarifications as needed.
• Track and follow up on outstanding quotes to support sales conversion.
• Assist in analyzing quote data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop labor models and write detailed proposals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all quoting activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM software (D365)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nextek, Inc. in Madison, AL is seeking a detail-oriented Bids & Proposal Manager to lead RFQ/quote activities for electronics manufacturing services.

You will develop pricing, collaborate with sales, production, and engineering, and drive accurate, timely proposals to support growth. The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in Office and CRM tools, with a focus on improving quoting workflows and KPIs.