What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inside Sales and Bid Coordinator position at AVM Enterprises?
AVM Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and motivated Bid Coordinator & Inside Sales Representative to join our growing team. This dual-role position is responsible for identifying and responding to public and private bid opportunities (especially within school systems and government sectors), while also supporting inside sales efforts to grow our customer base and drive revenue.
Key Responsibilities: Bid Coordination:
- Research and track upcoming bid opportunities using online portals and procurement sites.
- Review RFPs, RFQs, and bid specifications to determine requirements and deadlines.
- Prepare, compile, and submit bid responses in a timely and compliant manner.
- Maintain organized records of all submissions, deadlines, and follow-ups.
- Communicate with agencies to clarify bid requirements when needed.
Inside Sales:
- Conduct outreach to prospective customers (phone, email, etc.) to introduce products/services.
- Maintain CRM records of interactions, leads, and opportunities.
- Assist with quoting and follow-ups on proposals and bids.
- Support customer service inquiries and route requests appropriately.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in bidding/proposal coordination, inside sales, or similar roles.
- Familiarity with public procurement processes and platforms (e.g., BidNet, DemandStar, ).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and CRM tools.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage deadlines and multitask.
Preferred (but not required):
- Experience with school district or government contracting.
- Knowledge of basic sales principles or previous outbound calling experience.
Benefits (if applicable):
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Flexible schedule
- Growth opportunities within a fast-paced team
Physical Demands:
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift up to 50 lbs or more.
Work Authorization:
Must be eligible to work within the United States
EEO Statement:
Under the AAP/EEO, we consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age (40 or over), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
All candidates must undergo a background check, drug test, and verification of previous employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27,520 - $60,000