What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative/Contract Analyst position at Vanguard Utility Service, Inc.?
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Vanguard Utility Services is a privately held company that is dedicated to the resourceful use of water. We have been delivering Automated Metering solutions to address the unique challenges facing the water industry for over 20 years. We are currently looking for a career-seeking individual to join our sales team!
Administrative Proposal Assistant (Full Time)
The successful candidate will be responsible for seeking and screening Bid opportunities, reading Government bids and preparing bid proposals. Completing administrative tasks such as: updating a Request for Proposal (RFP) tracking log, filling out an RFP outline in excel. An individual who is adaptable and able to work individually as well as take direction from team members will be best suited for this position. Possessing a can-do attitude, creativity, and effective time-management skills will lead to individual success and contribute to the Company's brand values of integrity, insight, and innovation.
Detail oriented person with excellent organizational and communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint). Previous experience with bidding processes and contracts preferred.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Locate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) on provided sites and download documents for review
- Attend pre-bid meetings and conferences virtually.
- Distinguish and track new business development opportunities via Request for Proposal searches.
- Support the Proposal Coordinator in conducting research and writing proposals and reports.
- Update and maintain the proposal and business development calendar (Daily Report).
- Format, proof, and finalize all outgoing documents including proposals, reports, client correspondence, and other project-specific communications as needed
Required Qualifications and Proficiencies:
- Some college courses preferred
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and organize one's own work schedules and products.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced business environment adhering to deadlines as well as last-minute tasks with narrow time restrictions.
- Ability to collaborate with team members
- Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient Reader
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32,000 - $45,000
