Now Hiring - Bid Coordinator in Union, NJ

Plastic Express, Inc. is a wholesale distribution company located in North East New Jersey providing service to companies throughout the Tri-State area.

Wholesale and distribution of Low and High Density Plastic Bags (Recycling, Contractor, Compactor, Paper Shopping, Shopping Kitchen, & Office Bags), Soaps, Sanitizers, Napkins, Towels Toilet, Facial Tissue Dispensers, Cups, Containers, Cutlery, Office and Printer Supplies, Bulletin Boards, Janitorial, Sanitary Supplies, Cleaning Supplies, Shovels, Mops, Brooms, Light Bulbs, Lighting Fixtures, Paper Products, Ice Melt, Snow Removal Tools, Locks, Key Blanks, Fans, Heaters, Air Purifiers, Gloves and Other Safety Apparel, Furniture, Packaging Supplies, Tools, Hardware, Tile Cutting, Scrapers, Hammers, Brushes, Pliers, Riveters, Clamps, Drills, Drill Bits, Blades, Levels, Wrenches, Sockets, Measures, Exam Table Paper, Heating Pads, Gowns, Scrubs, Bibs, Pots, Pans, Lids, Microwavable Containers, Bowls, Plates, Paper and PVC Food & Meat Film.

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Currently we are looking for a experienced BID SPECIALIST who will join our team in Union, NJ.

Responsibilities include bid planning using agreed tools, document creation, population, compilation and control, and submission in line with client timescales.

High level of attention to detail and an ability to work under time pressure are essential for this role!

Duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing and submitting Bid Proposals (mostly for government contracts, not private clients)
• Coordinates and expedites all phases of the contract bidding process (from searching to submitting)
• Able to conduct market research for competitive advantage
• Identify partnership opportunities and maintain existing business
• Develops new relationships in an effort to grow business and help company expand
• Handles bid documents including reviewing terms and background
• Forecasts future sells prices
• Analyzes profit margin reports
• Runs monthly sales analysis

Skills and qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience on similar position
• Knowledge of bidding on contracts (eg. government, public works etc.)
• Experience in Janitorial supplies, Hardware supplies, Paper/plastic products is a must!
• Great analytical skills
• Experience in wholesale, sales, contracts, analysis
• Experience in professional level writing and proof reading
• Thorough attention to detail
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work on tight deadlines
• Proactive, organized and resourceful, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• A degree in a business-related field is preferred

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Sick days, disability insurance
• Employee discount
• and others

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Union, NJ 07083: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• bidding: 3 years (Preferred)
• Business analysis: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person