Business Development & Bid Coordinator

Location:Lees Summit MO 64081

Employment Type: Fulltime

Salary Range: $85000 $120000 per year (USD)

Company Overview

Our client is a premier provider of sports facilities services and experiences in the Midwest. They operate a network of meticulously maintained courses offer hospitality and event services and are committed to enhancing the game for players of all skill levels. The organization values innovation community engagement and a passion for the sport.

Job Summary

The Business Development & Bid Coordinator acts as the hub for all proposal activities supporting the growth strategy by managing bid processes conducting market research and collaborating with crossfunctional teams to produce compelling compliant proposals that win new business.

DaytoDay Duties

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities and RFPs aligned with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain a bid calendar tracking deadlines and coordinating internal review cycles.
• Gather input from sales operations finance legal and technical teams to compile complete bid packages.
• Write edit and format bid contentincluding executive summaries technical narratives pricing sheets and supporting documentation.
• Perform competitive analysis and market research to inform bid positioning and pricing strategies.
• Manage bid library templates and bestpractice resources for future use.
• Provide regular status updates and risk assessments to senior leadership.
• Ensure all proposals comply with contractual regulatory and internal policy requirements.
• Participate in postsubmission debriefs to capture lessons learned and improve subsequent bids.
• Assist senior business development staff with client outreach relationship building and prospect qualification.

MustHaves (Essential Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Communications or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 36 years of experience in business development bid coordination or proposal management.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and familiarity with bidmanagement or CRM software.
• Strong organizational and projectmanagement abilities; capable of handling multiple concurrent bids.
• Analytical mindset for interpreting pricing data market trends and competitive information.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently and drive initiatives forward.

NicetoHaves (Desired Experience & Skills)

• Experience in the sports recreation or hospitality sectors.
• Track record of coordinating complex bids that resulted in successful contract awards.
• Exposure to contract negotiation pricing analysis and compliance review.
• Familiarity with bidmanagement platforms (e.g. RFPIO Loopio) or advanced CRM tools.
• Ability to create visually engaging presentations and graphics.
• Professional certifications in project management or procurement (e.g. PMP CPM).

Benefits Overview

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $85000 to $120000 based on experience.
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development assistance and training opportunities.
• Employee discounts on golf course access and related recreational services.
• Collaborative growthfocused workplace culture.