Contracts & Tenders Specialist

Contracts & Tenders Specialist

Founded in 1952, Bio-Rad has developed into a recognized global leader in the growing life science research and clinical diagnostics markets. We have built a strong team of over 8,000 employees and a robust network of operations that serves over 150,000 customers worldwide. 

Bio-Rad employees share a common mission: To “Advance discovery and improve lives.” 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate preparation of tenders in accordance with customer requests and public procurement laws
• Coordinate preparation of quotes in accordance with customer requests for quotes
• Create & maintain contracts in ERP system and related tracking tools according to company policy
• Check and validate all information for the quote is provided and if not escalate to the right team

Ensure the following transactions are done to the highest standard, with accuracy and reducing transaction times:

• Set up quote into standard quote templates and send quotation to the appropriate approval flow
• Manage the approval flow of open quotes to ensure no bottlenecks are found and customers get their quotes in a timely manner.
• Analyse, compare and interpret detailed and sometimes poorly defined information; make sound and accurate judgments based on previous knowledge.
• Assist in identification of and preparation for parts to be sent out for quotation
• Coordinate with pricing team to get missing or up to date pricing data and cost
• Identify and work to resolve problems that develop, escalating problems encountered to manager in a timely manner when necessary, with recommendations for solutions.
• Provide regular reporting of contracts and contract profitability
• Invoice contract related service & rental fees regularly
• Serve as point of contact for activities in area of responsibility and provide reliable information and support to sales teams
• Ensure that internal processes and inter-departmental processes are followed
• Maintain customer files that may include but not be limited to pricing and contract terms

Qualifications:

• Excellent Communication skills in English & native Hungarian
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills needed
• Advanced level Microsoft Excel skills
• SAP experience desirable
• Experience dealing with customers including quoting, order processing and tracking delivery and quality performance
• Able to work efficiently with cross functional teams