Bid Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract - 5 Months)

Thorburn Security Solutions (Pty) Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

Tsebo Solutions Group is seeking a detail-driven Bid Coordinator for a fixed-term contract of 5 months in Sandton, Gauteng. You will manage end-to-end tender processes, coordinate with sales and operations, and deliver compliant, high-quality submissions.

The role requires 5–8 years of bid coordination or tender experience, a related degree, and APMP certification (advantageous). You will work under tight deadlines and maintain meticulous bid documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant degree or diploma and 5–8 years’ bid coordination or tender experience.
• APMP certification (advantageous) and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functionally with sales, operations and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the full bid/tender process from brief to submission
• Compile, format and produce professional, compliant bid documents
• Work closely with sales, operations and internal stakeholders to gather information and meet deadlines
• Track bid progress, manage timelines and ensure all submissions are completed on time
• Develop tailored bid responses and contribute to compelling, high-quality content
• Maintain bid documentation, records and content libraries
• Support business development teams in preparing winning bid strategies
• Review tender requirements, identify gaps, and develop tailored, high-quality proposal content

Skills

Project management

Bid coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Project Management or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Details

Closing Date 2026/09/03

Reference Number TSE260827-16

Job Title Bid Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract - 5 Months)

Business Unit / Division Tsebo Group

Job Type Classification Contract

Location - Town / City Sandton

Location - Province Gauteng

Location - Country South Africa

About Us

We are looking for a detail driven and highly organised Bid Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract - 5 Months) to support and coordinate end to end tender and proposal processes. This role is instrumental in delivering high quality, competitive submissions that contribute to securing new business opportunities and driving business growth.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clientsreduced costs, risk and complexitiestogether withincreased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise inCatering,Facilities Management,Cleaning and Hygiene,Pest Control,Protection,Energy,Procurement,Workspace Design,Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people– the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the full bid/tender process from brief to submission
• Compile, format and produce professional, compliant bid documents
• Work closely with sales, operations and internal stakeholders to gather information and meet deadlines
• Track bid progress, manage timelines and ensure all submissions are completed on time
• Develop tailored bid responses and contribute to compelling, high-quality content
• Maintain bid documentation, records and content libraries
• Support business development teams in preparing winning bid strategies
• Review tender requirements, identify gaps, and develop tailored, high-quality proposal content

Skills and Competencies

• Strong project management and coordination ability
• Excellent written communication with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
• Ability to analyse tender requirements, identify gaps and develop tailored content
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently
• Innovative, solution-driven and commercially minded
• High level of accuracy, quality focus and governance awareness
• Strong computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat)

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Project Management or related field
• APMP certification (advantageous)
• 5–8 years’ experience in bid coordination, tenders or related role
• Proven project management experience with strong track record of meeting deadlines