Bid Analyst (Entry Level) - Jacksonville

Kelly Services is seeking an entry-level Bid Analyst for a global provider of equipment and systems services for transit and freight rail in Jacksonville, FL.   Job Title: Bid Analyst Location: Jacksonville, FL 32256 Job Type: Temp, potential Temp-To-Hire Length: 6-Months Est. Start Date: 12/1/2020 Hours: 8am-5pm may have overtime depending on workload Pay Rate: $18 - $20 per hour   Interviews: The site will schedule panel virtual or phone interviews for the first round and then schedule in person interviews. The site is looking for local candidates since this is an onsite position: Jacksonville, FL 32256. The site practices all distancing and safety requirements for COVID.   Overview: We are seeking a bright and energetic Bid Analyst Intern / entry level to provide support for timely response to competitive bids and quotes. This position will report to the Bids and Estimation Manager based in Jacksonville, FL. The ideal candidate is a senior graduating individual, Excel savvy, strong team player, must possess excellent relationship skills and has strong finance and cost accounting background.    Responsibilities Review requests for proposals (RFPs) and identify key requirements and expectations, develop bid preparation plans and schedules; Communicate with different business partners inside and outside Company to get cost estimates; Consolidate the information prepared by the segment leaders and review the required information for accuracy, ensuring the cost estimation follows internal procedures; Under management supervision, must be willing to prepare bid’s financials such as: project P&L, risk matrix, project causal, work with the scheduler to prepare project cash flow, etc.;   Qualifications Graduating Senior with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance OR a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or Finance with one year or less work experience is required. Prior experience with estimation is a plus and extensive Excel knowledge required. Excellent organizational skills, analytical abilities, financial modeling skills, attention to detail and ability to follow through. Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.). Advanced Microsoft Excel. Ability to multitask and prioritize, complete deliverables on time, strong attention to detail to ensure quality, and self-motivated. Flexible work hours and days.   APPLY TODAY! **Important information :  This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch.  If you have questions about the position, you may contact the recruiter recruiting for this position Robv492@kellyservices.com  however,  your resume should be uploaded via the  “SUBMIT RESUME”  button included within** Why Kelly ® ? As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your potential. Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about. We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work—just ask the nearly 500,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined. About Kelly ® At Kelly , we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world. Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law. #KellyGTS ]]