Job Description

National Tenders Manager Other
Johannesburg - Gauteng - South Africa
ENVIRONMENT:
Our client, a leading retailer, is seeking an experienced National Tenders Manager to take ownership of the end-to-end tender process. The role requires a strong understanding of tender requirements and protocols, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders nationwide to secure successful outcomes.
DUTIES:
Tenders and RFQs

• Act as the primary contact of the business for all matters related to tenders nationally.
• Ensure timeous and accurate completion of SBD Forms
• Co-ordinate with regional resources to ensure timeous completion and submission of tenders nationally.
• Liaise with regional sales departments to ensure accurate and timeous preparation of quotes for submission with completed documents.
• Ensure tender submissions are complete and all required documents are included in the submission.
• Ensure that tender and RFQ submission logs are kept up to date for reporting purposes.
• Review received tender opportunities to identify and remove fraudulent tenders and scams.

Customer Communication

• Ensuring all tender portals are kept up to date with the correct company details including but not limited to company registration number, VAT number, BBBEE level etc.
• Liaising with various departments to ensure that updated documentation is received timeously
• Maintenance of National Contracts folder on shared drive.

Reporting and Administration

• Extract and distribute CSD Summary Reports monthly
• Follow up and document outcomes on submitted tenders and RFQs
• Ensure company documents are kept up to date in a centralised cloud storage facility.
• Ensure Tender Register is kept up to date with submitted tenders and RFQs and their outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Five years of experience in a similar role.
• Deep understanding of Tenders Processes
• High Attention to Detail
• Excellent Deadline Management Skills
• Highly professional with excellent communication skills
• Strong MS Office Skills.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing a team.
• Conducts him/herself in a manner which represents the company in a good light in the market.
• Ability to engage with colleagues respectfully but assertively.
• Stellar work ethic.

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