Hitachi America

Tendering and Proposal Specialist

Hitachi America • $80K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in North Carolina, US
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in tendering, bid management, proposal development, or quotation preparation.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret technical, commercial, and market data.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with tendering, ERP, or CRM tools.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across diverse teams.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

  • Review tender and bid documents to understand customer requirements and project scope.
  • Prepare accurate and competitive quotations using cost analysis and commercial insights.
  • Partner with sales, engineering, and operations for technical and commercial inputs.
  • Manage tender schedules to ensure timely proposal submissions.
  • Evaluate bid opportunities and support bid/no-bid decisions.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to bids and contracts.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and perform quality checks throughout the process.
  • Engage with customers to clarify requirements and enhance their experience.

Benefits

  • Full remote work opportunity from North Carolina.
  • Dynamic role at the intersection of multiple disciplines.
  • Opportunity to influence business growth through impactful proposals.
  • Platform for expanding commercial and technical expertise.
  • Chance to improve tendering processes and share best practices.
Full Job Description
Location:
Remote - North Carolina, United States

Job ID:
R0138078

Date Posted:
2026-09-30

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
Yes

Job Description:

Step into a dynamic role where strategy meets collaboration and every proposal has the potential to shape future success. As a Tendering & Proposals Specialist, you will transform customer requirements into competitive, high-quality submissions that drive business growth and strengthen market position. Working at the intersection of sales, engineering, and operations, you will bring together technical expertise, commercial insight, and market intelligence to develop winning solutions for customers.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing analytical thinking with relationship-building and project coordination. From evaluating tender requirements and developing pricing strategies to collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging directly with customers, no two days are the same. Your work will directly influence business success by ensuring proposals are accurate, compliant, competitive, and delivered on time.

You will also play an important role in improving tendering processes, identifying efficiencies, and sharing best practices that enhance overall operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are motivated by delivering impactful results, this role offers an excellent platform to expand your commercial and technical expertise while making a visible contribution to business growth.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Review tender and bid documents to understand customer requirements, project scope, and submission expectations.
  • Prepare accurate and competitive quotations using cost analysis, benchmarks, and commercial insights.
  • Partner with sales, engineering, operations, and other stakeholders to gather technical and commercial inputs.
  • Manage tender schedules and priorities to ensure high-quality, on-time proposal submissions.
  • Evaluate bid opportunities and support bid/no-bid decision-making processes.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to bids, contracts, pricing, and estimates.
  • Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and compliant documentation while performing quality checks throughout the tendering process.
  • Engage with customers to clarify requirements, build confidence, and support a positive customer experience.


Your Background
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in tendering, bid management, proposal development, or quotation preparation.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical, commercial, and market data.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using tendering, ERP, or CRM tools.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.


About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
NASDAQ

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