Entry-Level Bid and Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Entry – Level Bid and Procurement Specialist | Virtucom, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Virtucom, Inc. The company specializes in providing IT products and services to the K-12 ed-tech market, constantly growing its presence. This Entry-Level Bid and Procurement Specialist role is vital for supporting the sales process in the SLED market, securing new business, and contributing to the company’s expansion. The position offers significant opportunities for career advancement, higher income potential, and long-term career growth within the IT industry.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Pay: $35000–$45000 yearly
• Team: Works collaboratively with the Proposals team, internally known as a Bid Desk Associate.
• Mission: Solves the problem of securing new business and growing revenue by utilizing bid and quote discovery strategies for school districts throughout the United States.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office/G Suite of Application, internal bid software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Secure Business: Contact and secure new business by employing a bid or quote discovery strategy.
• Discover Opportunities: Collaborate with the Proposals team to discover new business opportunities.
• Determine Strategy: Work to determine the optimal bid strategy for identified opportunities.
• Create Quotes: Develop and create quotes for discovered opportunities to foster overall business growth.
• Respond to Bids: Craft responses to SLED RFP/Bids, adhering to established processes and demonstrating strong attention to detail.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Minimum qualification: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience. Career level: Entry-Level, designed for recent college graduates with a desire to enter the IT industry.
• Experience: Work experience in any market. Demonstrated self-motivation and disciplined approach to work.
• Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, phone, and presentation skills. Ability to work under pressure, organize, and prioritize responsibilities. Strong attention to detail when building quotes and responding to SLED RFP/Bids. Proficiency in Microsoft Office/G Suite applications and the ability to quickly learn internal bid software.
• Bonus: Willingness to participate actively in coaching and knowledge exercises.