Spherion Fort Myers is seeking an analytical, detail-driven Proposal and Contracts Assistant ready to make an immediate impact across proposal and bid management. Working closely with leadership, this role provides an exceptional opportunity to master cradle-to-grave public procurement, lead competitive bid submissions, and expand your skills within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
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As a Proposal and Contracts Assistant, you will take ownership of the preparation, coordination, and timely delivery of formal quotes and government bids. You will maintain complex Excel pricing matrices, ensure strict adherence to state procurement codes and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and navigate online bidding portals. In addition to core contracting functions, you will support cross-functional operations by assisting with new hire documentation, internal employee inquiries, and company event coordination.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you will lead the preparation and submission of formal government bids, maintain complex pricing models, and ensure full compliance with regulatory frameworks. You will serve as a key collaborator across sales, customer service, and vendor teams to keep operations running smoothly. From managing cradle-to-grave procurement to staying on top of export control rules, you will play a vital role in driving our operations forward. Needs someone that we be able to be working with Contracts (State and Federal) for bids and Proposal & Bid Management by leading the preparation and timely submission of government bids, ensuring all technical and financial requirements are met.
Working hours: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
-Experience with state and federal contract bidding portals.
-Familiarity with cost accounting principles.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills across cross-functional teams.
-Deep working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and state procurement codes.
Education:
High School
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
-Bilingual (English & Spanish)
-Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and price list management.
-Direct experience preparing, drafting, and managing formal government bids and proposals.
-Understanding of Export Control Regulations.
-Contract and Proposal experience.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).