Bid Desk Analyst

Colonial Oil Industries, Inc. (COI) is one of the largest independent oil companies in the Southeast and has been serving the region since 1921. With strategic ocean terminals in Savannah, GA, Charleston, SC, and Jacksonville, FL, along with numerous terminals along the Colonial and Plantation Pipeline, COI has an extensive network to supply gasoline and diesel fuel to the Southeast. Colonial Oil, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc* .* Position Summary

The Bid Desk Analyst is a key member of the Petroleum/Oil industry's Bid Desk team, responsible for supporting the development and submission of competitive bids for various projects and contracts. This role requires a strong understanding of the bidding process, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.

- Gather and analyze relevant project information, including scope of work, specifications, and timelines.

- Assist in the development of comprehensive bid proposals, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client requirements.

- Prepare cost estimates and pricing calculations, collaborating with relevant departments to obtain accurate data.

- Review and revise bid documents to ensure clarity, completeness, and compliance with bidding guidelines.

Bid Submission

- Coordinate the timely submission of bids, ensuring adherence to deadlines and submission requirements.

- Maintain organized records of bid submissions and follow-up activities.

Bid Analysis

- Analyze bid results to identify areas for improvement and identify trends in the competitive landscape.

Contract Support

- Assist in the preparation of contract documents and ensure compliance with contractual terms.

- Provide support during contract negotiations and post-award activities.

Qualifications/Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

- 3-5 years of experience in a bid desk or procurement role within the Petroleum/Oil industry.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

- Detail-oriented and organized.

- Work as part of a high-performance team or as a highly motivated individual contributor.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Knowledge of applicable software and tools (i.e. PDI, Microsoft Dynamics) is preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.