What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Bid Analyst position at DHL Global Forwarding?
Job Title: Senior Bid Analyst
Job Location: Miami, FL
We have an exciting opportunity to join our US Bid Team (USBT) as a Senior Bid Analyst. This role will serve as the lead for the preparation of proposals, including content development, accurate, complete and effective pricing proposals, the candidate will also be responsible for clearly and persuasively articulating solutions, working collaboratively with other team members, partners and subject matter experts. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, as well as detailed and process-oriented with a customer service attitude.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and assist our sales force with preparing, finalizing and delivering a timely and winning proposal
- Work in collaboration with our product teams to ensure our best pricing is presented in each proposal
- Follow USBT process for all Bids and Utilize the USBT standard templates
- Comply with all deadlines set by the USBT manager and the customer
- Manage bid projects assigned by the USBT manager simultaneously
- Keep constant communication throughout the RFQ process with Commercial Owners, Regional product teams and internal stakeholders
- Liaise with sales and product management respective to present and future opportunities
Skills & Qualifications:
- Minimum 3-5 years International Forwarding Sales Experience industry experience required
- Experience in RFQ management, Bid management, Pricing required
- Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills
- BA/BS or Master Degree desired
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects, work effectively, independently and in a Team environment
- Good communication skills both oral and written
Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our on the web.
DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED EXTERNALLY AS TOP EMPLOYER AND
A GREAT PLACE TO WORK !
WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO YOU?
- It means that when you partner with DHL Global Forwarding you're working with an ethical and socially responsible company.
- We believe that when people love to come to work, they give more, try harder for their Customers, and are proud of the service they give.
- And that's why external organizations have granted us different accolades for our people practices:
Global Top Employer for 3 consecutive years - 2022 in 40 countries
Great Place to Work 2021/2022 in 17 countries
Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World
Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: We connect people, improving their lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility
DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Work Authorization:
DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.
About DHL Global Forwarding (DGF):
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.
Our business model is very asset-light, as it is based on the brokerage of transport services between customers and freight carriers. We consolidate shipments to achieve higher volumes, purchase cargo space at better conditions and optimize network utilization. Our global presence means we can offer a variety of routing options and meet our customers' increasing demand for multimodal shipments.
Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Vets. for EEO Statements and Reasonable Accommodations.