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Project Proposals SpecialistNexans • Markham, Ontario, Canada
Project Proposals Specialist

Project Proposals Specialist

Nexans • Markham, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. Power Grid & Connect (G&C) North America delivers energy infrastructure solutions that help shape the grid of tomorrow ensuring security efficiency and sustainability across the continent.

Nexans recognises the differences that make each employee valuable and unique. Diversity is key to performance and to our global ambition to lead the world in the energy transition towards a sustainable planet. This we know from experience. All differences are appreciated and respected at Nexans. As a result you will be an active part of a multinational organisation where we cultivate the culture of sharing your unique point of view. This is why we encourage diversity in our recruitment Bring yours to Nexans it is welcome! #PowerToInnovate #PowerToImpact #PowerToCare

WHO ARE WE

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. For over a century Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet. With around 28000 people in 42 countries the Group is leading the charge to the new world of electrification : safer sustainable renewable decarbonized and accessible to everyone Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

Our story starts in 1911 manufacturing cables to support the distribution of power generated from Niagara Falls Nexans has proudly contributed to Canadas growth. We have been involved in many of Canadas most ambitious projects; from dams bridges energy transmission and distribution to railroads and transportation. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer and our products are made at facilities located in Quebec Ontario and Saskatchewan.

As a Project Proposals Specialist you will report directly to the Business Development Director. This position will function as the central hub for preparing coordinating and submitting competitive proposals for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects including data centers renewable energy facilities manufacturing plants utilities and heavy industry.

GETTING TO KNOW THE POSITION

One of the strategic orientations that Nexans pursues consists in capturing growth and differentiating its offer by escalading the value chain from the production of cables towards the provision of innovative cable systems and services and solutions to better address the current and future needs of our partners and customers.

The Project Proposals Specialist is a key individual contributor within the Business Development organization working closely with our partner distributors and internal engineering commercial and operations teams manage the end-to-end bid process from initial RFQ receipt through final submission ensuring alignment across multiple manufacturers suppliers and channel partners to deliver comprehensive accurate and on-time proposals.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Proposal Development & Submission

  • Lead the preparation and submission of detailed proposals for electrical cable supply on complex industrial and infrastructure projects.
  • Review RFQs specifications and project documentation to ensure accurate interpretation of technical commercial and compliance requirements.
  • Develop and structure competitive quotations in coordination with pricing engineering and product management teams. He / she liaises with Sales in developing the pricing approach for each tender which needs to be linked to contractual terms and conditions.
  • Ensure all technical data sheets certifications and submittal documentation are complete and aligned with project specifications.

Bid Process & Supply Chain Coordination

  • Act as the primary coordinator between internal stakeholders manufacturing plants and select partner distributors to compile comprehensive bid packages.
  • Align inputs from multiple manufacturing sites to build consolidated proposals that meet project timelines and commercial requirements.
  • Support distributor partners by providing product selection guidance pricing strategies and technical documentation during the tender phase.
  • Track bid progress manage timelines and proactively communicate updates and requirements to all stakeholders.
  • Customer & Partner Engagement

  • Serve as a key point of contact for distributor partners during the proposal and bid cycle.
  • Support field sales and business development teams with proposal-related insights documentation and follow-ups.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings clarification requests and post-submission reviews as required.
  • Process Management & Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain accurate records of bid submissions outcomes pricing data and competitive intelligence in CRM and internal systems.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline proposal workflows and improve response times.
  • Support the development of standardized templates pricing models and documentation libraries.
  • You will be expected to :

  • Increase in project sales revenue and CM%
  • Reduced time to quote for non-stock and project tenders
  • Enact controlled process for bid and channel management
  • WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

    KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Exceptional attention to detail organizational skills and ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency with CRM systems Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and proposal management tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
  • REQUIREMENTS

  • Post-secondary education in business engineering or technical marketing
  • 3 years of experience in B2B inside sales proposals or quotation roles ideally in the electrical products industrial distribution or construction sectors
  • Strong understanding of the electrical supply chain and industrial project sales cycles.
  • Proven experience working with channel / distributor partners and coordinating across multiple stakeholders.
  • Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

    OUR GROWTH CULTURE

    Among our employees we share the same values- we are pioneers of the energy transition dedicated to deliver to the highest standards of performance united to achieve our ambitious goal.

    At the individual level our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact we believe in autonomy at the local level at same time as we encourage knowledge sharing within our global engineering competence.

    REFERRAL REQUEST

    In case this is not the job for you but perhaps you will have a friend who would be a perfect fit send them the job thank you in advance!

    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    Information Management,Entertainment,ABAP,Corporate Risk Management,Information Technology Sales,Clinical

    Employment Type : Contract

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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