Tender Writer/Bid Specialist/Business Development Manager

• Package includes fully maintained company car, iPhone & iPad/Computer
• Constant new 'on trend' product offerings
• Market leader in Furniture and Appliance wholesale industry with growth opportunities in the industry
• Recognized consumer brands
• Face-to-Face Sales experience required
• Sales Representative to Government & Non For Profit sectors

About Us:

HEQS Group, established in 2007, is an industry-leading importer and distributor of furniture and homewares, with a vision to provide Australians with versatile options for quality products with an affordable price tag. With this, we are excited to announce that we have an open position for a government/commercial tenders estimator to join the growing team.

The position of a government/commercial tenders estimator requires an individual who is detail-oriented, quality driven and has extensive experience with product sourcing and executing tender opportunities. A strong candidate will also have prior knowledge of supply chains and strong negotiation skills when communicating with suppliers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and collate tender documents.
• Researching, evaluating, liaising and negotiating with key suppliers to source tender opportunities for stock/products
• Sourcing of Products and Negotiation of Prices
• Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers
• Maintain registrations to government organisations and tender websites to monitor the tender market and identify upcoming projects
• Work closely with the team; a key part of this role will be able to communicate with teams to ensure strict deadlines are met.
• Prepare accurate and compelling responses to RFT's, EOI's, RFP's.
• Writing content, proof-reading and formatting tenders prior to submission
• Collaborating with the sales team to build and enhance client relationships.

Eligibility & Skills:

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in sales/tendering in Australia
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record in sales and relationship management
• Minimum 1-year Experience in writing tenders in Australian Government tenders
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Intermediate computer skills using MS Office suite
• Valid Drivers licence (required)
• Ability to travel regularly
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Reliable, trustworthy, flexible and dependable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability quickly develop collaborative relationships

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at HEQS as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We’re committed to the safety and well-being of each other and the people we serve. We respect diversity and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people, people of all Religious Backgrounds, people living with Disability, Sexually and Gender Diverse people, people with lived experiences of diversity and people of all ages. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at HEQS.