Tendering and Proposal Specialist
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Hitachi
Raleigh, NC, US
Summary
The specialist is responsible for transforming customer needs into competitive, high-quality proposals by coordinating between sales, engineering, and operations. Key duties include reviewing tender documents, preparing accurate quotations, and managing bid timelines to ensure on-time submissions.
Job Description
Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job ID:
R0123505
Date Posted:
2026-06-09
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
Yes
Job Description:
Step into a dynamic role where strategy meets collaboration and every bid shapes future success. As a Tendering and Proposal Specialist, you will play a key role in transforming customer needs into competitive, high-quality proposals that drive growth and strengthen market position. You will work at the intersection of sales, engineering, and operations—bringing together insights, data, and expertise to craft winning solutions.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Every day offers variety—from analyzing tender requirements and building pricing strategies to collaborating across teams and engaging with customers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by delivering impactful results. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helping refine processes and strengthen overall tendering excellence.
If you are looking to develop your commercial and technical expertise while making a visible impact on business outcomes, this opportunity offers the perfect platform to grow.
How you'll make an impact
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Review tender documents to understand customer requirements and scope
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Prepare accurate, competitive quotations using cost analysis and benchmarks
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Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather technical and commercial inputs
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Manage tender timelines to ensure high-quality, on-time submissions
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Analyze bid opportunities and contribute to bid/no-bid decisions
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Identify and assess risks in bids, contracts, and estimates
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Maintain clear, compliant documentation and perform quality checks
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Engage with customers to clarify requirements and support a positive experience
Your background
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Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
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Minimum 3 years of experience in tendering, bids, or quotation preparation
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Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret technical and market data
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tendering/CRM tools
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Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
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High attention to detail with strong organizational abilities
More about us
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Be part of a global team driving sustainable energy solutions and innovation
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Access continuous learning opportunities and career growth pathways
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Collaborate in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and ideas
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Equal Employment Opportunity
Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals
with disabilities.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Zurich
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Zurich