Tender Specialist
Rosslyn
Negotiable

My client based in Rosslyn, Pretoria is looking for a Tender Specialist to join their team


Strategic:

• To provide market intelligence in respect of the tender business and recommend future strategies and sales plans.
• To identify new business opportunities within Government Departments; nationally, provincially and local municipalities as well as the various parastatals.


Operational:

• To obtain the advertised tender document and spec the vehicles according to the required applications and quantities prescribed.
• To ensure that the company can comply with all terms and conditions of the tender requirements.
• To submit tender within the prescribed period.
• To manage the sales process to ensure on time delivery.
• Inform all relevant parties within the supply chain, i.e bodybuilders and dealers, regarding the preparation and delivery of vehicles.
• Categorise customers accurately to ensure correct level of pricing.
• To ensure all outstanding payments are made timeously, local suppliers and dealers.
• To identify and actively drive potential sales opportunities.
• Updating Government officials (Fleet Managers) regarding new technology and modified specifications within our model range.

Financial

• To align quotes to business plan parameters.
• Compilation of costing sheets to the Finance Department for accruals and approvals.

Job Knowledge:

• Good understanding of the trucking industry;
• Understanding of Government Procurement policies
• Accurate understanding of specified applications;
• Good understanding of sales environment;
• Technical and product knowledge


Job Related Skills:

• Good communication Skills; (verbal & written)
• Time Management Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to work independently and perform effectively under pressure
• Display flexibility, innovation and action orientation


Education:

• Marketing or Sales Diploma / Degree (essential);
• Technical Qualification (desirable)

Job requirement

• 4 yrs experience in commercial vehicle industry (essential);
• Experience in dealing with government departments
• Experience in interpreting the requirements of Tender documents and related administration

To apply for this position please send your cv to marina@1st.co.za or contact Marina on 086 111 2728