Freight Pricing & Tender Executive

Tonbridge
11 months ago
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Gleeson has been exclusive partnered with a business this exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tender Commercial Executive to join a dynamic and forward-thinking company, This company is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation within the industry, making it an ideal environment for ambitious professionals seeking to make a significant impact.

The Tender Commercial Executive will be responsible for managing tender submissions, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and contributing to the overall commercial strategy of the company. This role offers a unique challenge for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Manage pricing collation and quotations with vendors and clients.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to gather and share operational information.
Support internal teams by creating technical documents and marketing materials (e.g., presentations, route surveys, method statements).
Respond to Invitations to Tender (ITTs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) for global projects.
Participate in RFQ meetings to understand client requirements.
Ensure timely submission of RFQs and ad hoc quotes, including time-sensitive online bids.
Track, prioritise, and manage multiple deadlines and tenders effectively.
Collaborate with Business Development to develop bid strategies and analyse competitor positioning.
Provide feedback to senior management to enhance bid success.
Develop and update sales literature as needed.
Source and compile pricing from global vendors and offices.
Assist in improving bid processes and contract checklists.
Contribute to bid structuring, including bid/no-bid analysis, work breakdowns, and senior management reviews.
Review and refine bid modules, work processes, and methodology statements.
Assess proposal risks in collaboration with Compliance and senior management.
Maintain an up-to-date rate sheet database for global operations.
Support continuous improvement of sales literature across the Group.
Uphold corporate branding and ensure bids are well-structured and persuasive.
Provide operational summaries for successful bids.
Work with Operations to review performance and gather insights for future proposals.
Undertake additional duties as required.Skills and Attributes:

Tender Experience
Pricing Experience
Freight Experience
Project managementIndustry : Freight Forwarding

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