Proposal & Order Execution Specialist
Job Summary
The Proposal and Order Execution Specialist is responsible for supporting the sales process from the request for quotation (RFQ) stage through successful order execution ensuring accurate competitive and compliant technical and commercial proposals. This role also coordinates the transition from proposal to execution by ensuring the effective transfer of information timely order fulfillment and a high level of customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate competitive and compliant technical and commercial proposals within customer-defined deadlines.
- Review and analyze customer Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to identify technical requirements commercial considerations risks and opportunities.
- Coordinate the collection review and editing of proposal content by collaborating with Sales Engineering Marketing Finance Commercial Legal Supply Chain and Operations teams.
- Manage all documentation required for the preparation approval and submission of proposals.
- Develop cost estimates for products services and projects including current material labor and other applicable costs.
- Track submitted proposals and maintain effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders throughout the proposal process.
- Facilitate the handover of awarded projects to execution teams ensuring all technical commercial and contractual information is accurately transferred.
- Coordinate and monitor customer order execution ensuring compliance with specifications delivery schedules and contractual commitments.
- Support the administration and processing of customer orders including confirmations amendments and internal documentation.
- Identify analyze and resolve issues that may arise during the proposal or order execution phases.
- Participate in internal meetings to review the status and progress of proposals projects and customer orders.
- Maintain accurate records and data within ERP systems and other corporate business applications.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal development and order execution processes.
- Promote a culture of safety compliance teamwork and operational excellence including consideration for others who may be affected by the companys operational activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Mechanical Electrical Mining Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in technical proposal development cost estimating and/or order execution within an industrial environment.
- Experience coordinating projects customer orders or commercial operations.
- Experience in the mining cement mineral processing or heavy industrial sectors is preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in English and Spanish both written and spoken.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel and Word.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP Oracle Epicor or similar); CRM experience is an advantage.
- Ability to interpret technical specifications drawings and commercial documentation.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in cost estimation and data analysis.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety ethics and corporate compliance
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About Company
FLSmidth is the full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining and cement industries.