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Bid Specialist

Bid Specialist

SmarTek21Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

About the role :

The Bid / Proposal Specialist plays a pivotal role in driving business growth by leading the creation of compelling and winning proposals. This position acts as the central hub for all bid-related activities collaborating across sales technical and delivery teams to craft persuasive and comprehensive responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) Requests for Information (RFIs) and other client-facing documents. The ideal candidate is a highly organized detail-oriented and articulate professional with a passion for transforming complex IT solutions into clear strategic and convincing narratives.

What youll do

  • Manage the entire bid lifecycle from initial request analysis to final submission.
  • Lead cross-functional teams including sales technical experts and solution architects to gather information and develop a unified response strategy.
  • Write edit and format all proposal content ensuring it is clear persuasive and directly addresses the clients needs and requirements.
  • Translate complex technical information and service offerings into accessible language for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ensure full compliance with all client requirements including deadlines formatting and submission protocols.
  • Maintain and update a centralized content library of reusable proposal materials case studies and corporate boilerplate content.
  • Conduct post-submission analysis to identify key wins and areas for improvement for future bids.
  • Manage communication and follow-up with all internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely contributions.

What You Bring

  • Experience : Proven experience (4 years) in a bid proposal or technical writing role preferably within the IT consulting or technology sector.
  • Written Communication : Exceptional writing editing and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail and grammar.
  • Project Management : Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.
  • Technical Acumen : Sufficient technical understanding to grasp concepts related to software development cloud computing cybersecurity or managed services.
  • Collaboration : Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams and senior leadership to achieve common goals.
  • Tool Proficiency : Experience with proposal management software content management systems and standard business tools (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite Google Workspace).
  • Nice-to-Have

  • Formal certification in proposal management (e.g. APMP).
  • Experience in a B2B sales or pre-sales environment.
  • Knowledge of specific IT frameworks or methodologies (e.g. Agile DevOps).
  • Who We are...

    SmarTek21 founded in 2006 is an innovative digital transformation leader dedicated to empowering organizations through design-led data-centric solutions. We believe that exceptional user experiences and intelligent data-driven insights are pivotal in shaping the future of business. At the heart of our approach is Design-Led Engineering where we combine strategic design principles with cutting-edge technology to create tailored solutions that deliver significant business outcomes. Our commitment to accelerating digital transformation includes specialized expertise in Agile DevOps Data Engineering and analytics Testing Automation and support and comprehensive Managed Application and Infrastructure Services. Weve evolved from our consulting and development roots into a full-spectrum service provider integrating advanced technologies like Generative AI (GenAI) to facilitate our clients seamless transformative digital journeys. A passion unites our dynamic team of technology visionaries and business strategists for innovation and excellence. At SmarTek21 youll join a collaborative environment dedicated to shaping the digital landscape and driving impactful results for organizations worldwide.

    SmarTek21 is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Banking,Communication,Data Networking,ABAP,IT System Administration,Clinical

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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