Job title: Bids Coordinator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Electrical
Salary type: Annual
Job published: 26-05-2026
Job ID: 76635
Contact name: Jessica Rossi
Phone number: +27840605544
Contact email: jessica@geotech.co.za

Job Description

Job Title:

Bids Coordinator

Job Purpose:

Our client is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and driven Bid Coordinator to support the Bids Manager in the implementation of winning bid strategies. Key responsibilities include coordinating, preparing, and managing bids and proposals, ensuring best-practice standards are maintained throughout the bid process. The successful candidate will support daily bid management activities, collaborate effectively within the team, and contribute to a positive and professional working environment. The role requires close liaison with technical leads and managers, maintaining strong working relationships to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality bid submissions.

 Responsibilities: 

  • Support the bid team throughout the bid process, including pre- and post-submission analysis.
  • Maintain bid status updates, communications, and CRM records.
  • Manage, review, and update bid library content.
  • Liaise with Solutions Teams and Product Specialists to create and maintain bid solutions and compliance documentation.
  • Coordinate the updating and maintenance of employee CVs and qualifications through the HR team.
  • Coordinate bid production activities for prequalification questionnaires.
  • Ensure bid responses meet quality standards and target win rates.
  • Plan and coordinate bid responses to ensure submissions are completed within deadlines.
  • Consolidate content from contributors into the required format and identify gaps for escalation.
  • Review and interpret client bid documentation, submission requirements, and deadlines.
  • Contribute to proposal writing, content development, and presentation.
  • Ensure compliance with bid procedures, governance requirements, and best practices.
  • Conduct and coordinate market research to support bid submissions.
  • Support the writing, editing, and review of proposals.
  • Assist with proposal review sessions and brainstorming meetings when required.
  • Ensure all bid submissions comply with company branding guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date company CVs.
  • Develop and maintain the bid knowledge library and model responses in collaboration with the Solutions Team.
  • Assist with planning and coordinating the monthly reporting cycle.
  • Lead assigned topics and collaborate with subject matter experts to obtain relevant content and updates.
  • Maintain current and accurate standard company information and compliance documentation.
  • Ensure timely and accurate communication with external stakeholders involved in proposal production.
  • Ensure effective internal communication regarding the production and delivery of bid proposals.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to the Bids Manager.
  • Support members of the Bid and Sales Teams and contribute to a positive team environment.
  • Perform additional ad hoc duties as required to support the Bids Management function.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • 1–3 years' experience in a bids, proposals, or tender environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Experience within the energy, water, or professional services sectors preferred.
  • Knowledge and understanding of public sector bidding processes.
  • Knowledge of public procurement regulations and procedures.
  • Experience working with public sector organisations.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet time-critical deadlines.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.
  • Strong written, analytical, and numerical skills.
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