ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bid Manager, you will:
- Strategy: You'll lead the response for RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs. This means identifying the key requirements, defining our differentiators, and building a pricing strategy that actually makes sense.
- Project Management: You'll be the central point for Sales, Engineering, Finance, and Legal. You set the timelines, gather the technical info, and make sure the final submittal is accurate and on time.
- The Content: You'll oversee the creation of technical solutions and executive summaries. We use proposal automation tools to keep things efficient, and you'll be responsible for keeping that knowledge base updated.
- Closing: You'll help prepare and deliver bid presentations to customers, handle objections, and assist in negotiating contract terms.
- Review: After the dust settles, you'll lead debriefs to figure out what worked, what didn't, and how we win the next one.
WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?- 5+ years in bid management, proposal writing, or project management.
- Technical background: Ability to translate engineering specs into clear, persuasive documents.
- Organization: Proven track record of hitting hard deadlines with multiple stakeholders.
- Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and proposal tools (SharePoint, etc.).
- Education: Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Bonus: Experience in the EV charging industry or a PMP certification.
WHY KEMPOWER?We believe in integrity. This means open doors and honest conversations, career development, and taking ownership of your work, no matter the title. At Kempower we grow together. And as we grow, we change, and so we find ways to make sure our job descriptions align with our interests and needs. So it's not just the product we're developing, but our people.
We support your well-being by offering comprehensive benefits including zero cost options for medical, dental, and vision, competitive 401(k), and performance bonuses!
Get to know us better at
Kempower Careers!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLUG IN AND BE THE CHANGE?Does this sound like something for you? Want to join us in powering planet cool? We can't wait to hear from you!
Location: USA/North Carolina/Durham (RTP)
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