Tender Administrator at R4Kenya

Company Description

Our client is a leading tech company that offers advanced physical security solutions in East Africa and integrates security, accessibility, communication and infrastructure. They are seeking to recruit a tender administrator to join their team. As a tender administrator you will be responsible for preparing tenders, from reviewing the initial request to tracking and managing the tender process to submitting the final bids to purchasers.

Job Description

• Prepare the tender within the set deadlines and responsibilities
• Communicate  with the account manager and internal Tender process team for each bids where necessary
• Reviewing tender document requirements
• Prepare bid bonds if required
• Prepare the Worksheets for supplier pricing
• Strive to continuously improve the tender process
• Thorough understanding of bidding process and documentation
• Thorough understanding of IFMIS operations
• Sourcing and liaising with manufacturers for correct responses and solutions.
• Proposed solutions product knowledge.
• Preparation of Quality Tenders, proposals, quotations for any prospect client.
• Contributing to the written proposal in terms of content and presentation.
• Ensure timely delivery of compliant and commercially sound bits.

Qualifications

• Diploma in IT or related field
• 1-3 years’ experience
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Prior experience with providing administrative support, ideally in a sales or commercial environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Eye for detail
• Self-starter able to work independently and in teams
• Flexible and adaptable
• SAP Online Submission