Bid Specialist - Spécialiste en Soumissions (Montreal or Quebec City)

Job description

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Schneider Electric™ creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 160,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment:

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Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

Schneider Electric Power Business Unit has an outstanding opportunity for a passionate/motivated individual to assume the role of Bid Specialist in our Pointe-Claire location.

The incumbent will lead the bid invest decision, prepare the proposals and offer lead risk assessment before submitting the offer. The Bid Specialist will also lead commercial and technical impact evaluation during negotiations and close the deal in partnership with the opportunity leader.

Responsibilities

· Matches products to customer specifications and drawings by demonstrating knowledge of products.
· Reviews customer specifications/drawings to ensure quote is technically compatible and competitive.
· Understands, analyzes, documents, and communicates contractual, technical and commercial terms and conditions relative to the company standard.
· Maintains a current understanding of bid strategies and market conditions.
· Identify and promote opportunities to improve the quotation process and measure effectiveness.
· Assists outside sales representatives in the preparation of customer presentations related to the quote, including comments on exceptions and built in value.
· Determines current and future customer needs and provides quotation for optimum delivery based on plant capacity and customer requirements.
· Serves as peer expert for proposal questions including complex technical issues and bid strategies.

We seek out and reward people for being straightforward, open, passionate, effective and challenging the status quo. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome people as they are, creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. We're looking for people with a passion for success — on the job and beyond. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric:

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Desired profile

Qualifications :

Requirements

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position

·  Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (Preferred) or relevant experience.
·  Proven bid management experience (2-4 years) in the Electrical Industry.
·  A track record in planning and delivering large project bids involving electrical distribution equipment and/or industrial automation systems will be given preference.
·  Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
·  Detailed oriented and strong proof reading and communication skills both written and verbal
·  Action oriented, proactive in prioritizing own work load.
·  General instructions will be provided, but is expected to perform independently.
·  Computer skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) / MS Projects.
·  Bilingual preferred (English / French)
·  Other duties as required.

Care. Connect. Challenge. Commit.
Our values define our company. Who we are, our customer approach, how we do business, what it's like to work here, and the kind of people we want to attract and retain. We care for our planet, our customers, our company, our team, and ourselves. We connect to customers and colleagues; we are open and respectful. We challenge others and embrace challenges ourselves. We commit to change by leading the change.

At Schneider Electric, because we value our employees, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision, matching 401(k), training and development opportunities and much more. Join Schneider Electric and together, let's make the most of your energy.

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