Under the direction of the Manager of Bids and Customer Support, this position processes and completes Books and Supplies bids and quotes for the department.
- Process and complete bids and quotes as directed by the Bid Supervisor with accountability for accuracy and timely delivery of bids, performing customer follow up, and entering quotes on the system.
- Support the bid process by providing assistance with tabulation requests, searching the internet for bid opportunities and other special projects as assigned.
- Book bids require additional collaboration with internal personnel along with competency in all Books products and services.
- Stay informed of changes in Books and Supplies product offerings and attend product training when available.
Qualifications
- High school education or equivalent.
- PC proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Internet.
- Ability to work with numbers with accuracy and attention to detail for both Books and Supplies bids and quotes; The complexity of Book bids typically require in depth research and labor intensive responses.
- Ability to prioritize and follow-through on multiple tasks with demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Office environment
- This position is subject to scheduled overtime which may be required based on departmental needs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brodart Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Skills Required
- High school education or equivalent
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Internet proficiency
- Ability to work accurately with numbers and maintain attention to detail
- Ability to conduct in-depth research and prepare labor-intensive bid responses
- Ability to prioritize and follow through on multiple tasks
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
What We Do
Brodart Co. is a full-service provider of products and services for libraries, schools, businesses, and other institutions. Its offerings include shelf-ready books, book distribution, library supplies, furniture, book-care products, ordering systems, bibliographic support, collection-development tools, and consulting. Founded around its 1939 library book-jacket-cover innovation, the company serves customers across North America and the Pacific Rim through an international operation worldwide.
