Bids and Tenders Proposal Specialist - Mississauga, Ontario
2 days ago
Job description
Inside Sales Representative (Bids & Tenders)
Full-time, Permanent
Location:
Mississauga, ON, On-site
Hours:
Monday – Friday – 40 hr. work week
Salary:
up to
$75K
Bonus:
7%
Department:
Finance
Reporting Manager:
National Account Manager - Commercial
About Our Client
Our client is a leading Canadian supplier of automotive, heavy-duty, and industrial products. They are seeking a
full-time Inside Sales Representative
. You'll be a key contributor to revenue growth by translating commercial strategy into winning bids, supporting field sales teams, and maintaining strong relationships with procurement and internal stakeholders.
Why Join Our Client's Team?
- Competitive Total Compensation
— commensurate with your experience and contributions. - Day-One Group Benefits
— comprehensive health and dental coverage, plus
$1,000/year for mental wellness
support. - 6% Employer Contribution
to the company pension plan (bi-weekly). - $400 Annual Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
— applicable toward gym memberships, personal trainers, weight loss programs, golf lessons, and more. - Educational Assistance
— support for continued professional and personal development. - Paid Time Off
— vacation, floater, and community days. - Community Involvement
— the company proudly supports organizations such as
Canadian Tire Jump Start, SickKids Hospital, Daily Bread Food Bank, and Women's Habitat. - Fun & Inclusive Culture
— a vibrant workplace that celebrates its people with: - Company BBQs
- Ticket giveaways to sporting events
- Holiday parties and cultural celebrations
- Food trucks and ice cream days
- Lunch & Learns
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We're looking for a sharp, detail-driven Inside Sales pro who loves winning business. In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of bids, tenders, and formal proposals—turning commercial strategy into submissions that are accurate, competitive, compliant, and always on time.
Sitting at the crossroads of sales, pricing, and operations, you'll be a key driver of revenue growth across Canada. You'll partner closely with field sales teams, procurement, and internal stakeholders to deliver standout proposals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. If you're highly organized, commercially minded, and thrive under pressure, this is your chance to make a real impact and help close big wins.
What You'll Do:
- Own the full lifecycle of bids, tenders, RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs—from first receipt to flawless submission
- Dive into tender documents to ensure every response is fully compliant with customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements
- Build sharp, accurate, and competitive bid packages that hit deadlines and stand out from the crowd
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Pricing, Product, Finance, Legal, and Operations to pull together winning submissions
- Keep everything running smoothly by managing bid calendars, trackers, and supporting documentation
- Support pricing reviews, margin analysis, and internal approvals to balance competitiveness with profitability
- Act as a trusted point of contact for customer questions related to bids and tenders
- Ensure every submission aligns with company policies, governance standards, and best practices
- Track submitted bids, outcomes, and post-award documentation to support reporting and insights
- Continuously improve how we bid—enhancing processes, templates, and tools to help us win more, faster
Education & Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in inside sales, sales operations, bid coordination, or tender administration
- Exposure to public sector and/or large commercial tenders is a strong asset
- Hands-on experience with RFx processes and contractual documentation
- Solid understanding of pricing structures and core financial concepts
- Experience in a B2B environment preferred
- Comfortable working with CRM platforms, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), and document management tools
Skills & Competencies
- Meticulous attention to detail—you spot what others miss
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Confident in managing tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative, team-first mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and accountability
- Natural problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
Working Conditions
- Office-based role
- Occasional travel as required
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