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Bids & Proposal Manager

Nextek, Inc.
  • Madison, Wisconsin
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Nextek, Inc. is a niche market, technology-driven Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, founded in 1995. We offer precision electronic assembly and engineering services to customers with needs-driven, non-commodity products. We partner with companies who have unique product needs and who seek a high level of reliability, commitment and professional service from their manufacturing partners.
     
    Job Summary
    We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Bids & Proposal Manager to join our team in Madison, AL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely quotes for our products and services, ensuring clear communication with clients and internal teams to support sales and operational goals. We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Bids & Proposal Manager to join our team in Madison, AL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely quotes for our products and services, ensuring clear communication with clients and internal teams to support sales and operational goals.
     
    Duties/Responsibilities
    • Manage the entire RFQ/Quote Process from RFQ Receipt to Final Proposal Offer
    • Develop a streamlined process & Systems to accommodate an increase in demand for RFQs/Quotes
    • Prepare and deliver accurate quotes to customers based on product specifications, pricing guidelines, and customer requirements.
    • Collaborate with sales, production, engineering and procurement teams to gather necessary information for quote preparation.
    • Track and Report KPIs for quotes.  Integrate metrics into CRM (D365) as needed.
    • Maintain and update pricing databases and quotation templates to ensure 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/Experience/Education/Training Required
    • Experience in Electronics Manufacturing, preferred Quoting experience in Electronics Manufacturing Services
    • Proven experience in quoting, sales support, or customer service role.
    • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with CRM or quoting software.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
    • Basic understanding of pricing strategies and cost structures is a plus.
    • B.S./B. . or equivalent in experience required
    Benefits
    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 
     
    EEO Employer: Nextek, A Company of Kontron, is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without considering race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMadison, Wisconsin
    Websitehttps://www.nextekinc.com/careerslink

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
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    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
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    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Electronic Engineeringunmatched
    • Electronics Assemblyunmatched
    • Electronics Manufacturingunmatched
    • Electronics Manufacturing Servicesunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • High Reliabilityunmatched
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    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Metricsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
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    • Pricingunmatched
    • Process Developmentunmatched
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    • Product Pricingunmatched
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    • Proposal Writingunmatched
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    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Operationsunmatched
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    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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