Tender Coordinator (Shared Services / Bid Management)Location: Parktown, GautengEmployment Type: Permanent A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Tender Coordinator to join a fast-paced Shared Services team. This role is ideal for a highly organised professional with a proven track record of managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously and delivering compliant, high-quality proposals within strict deadlines.Ideal Candidate
Minimum 5 years' experience in a high-volume, fast-paced tender environment.
Proven experience coordinating multiple tender submissions concurrently while managing competing deadlines.
Experience within the Healthcare and/or Training sectors will be highly advantageous.
Strong understanding of South African public and private sector tender processes, procurement requirements, and compliance standards.
Exceptional attention to detail, stakeholder coordination, and proposal development skills.
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Relevant Diploma or Degree
Demonstrated experience in South African public and private sector tender submissions.
Experience managing the full tender lifecycle from opportunity identification to submission and contract handover.
Understanding of tender qualification, governance, risk assessment, and compliance requirements.
Strong proposal and business writing skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial acumen.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to analyse, prioritise, and structure complex information.
APMP Foundation Certification or progress towards an APMP qualification.
Experience in Healthcare and/or Training sector tender submissions.
Coordinate tender opportunities nationally through the full bid lifecycle.
Facilitate tender qualification and Go/No-Go assessments.
Develop and manage tender plans, timelines, and stakeholder deliverables.
Compile, review, and coordinate professional, client-focused tender submissions.
Ensure tender compliance, governance reviews, and internal approvals are completed before submission.
Identify, document, and escalate commercial, legal, operational, and contractual risks.
Maintain tender databases, reporting records, and document control systems.
Coordinate clarification responses and contract handovers for successful bids.
Contribute to reporting, win/loss reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ability to thrive under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Excellent organisational and coordination skills.
Professional, resilient, and accountable.
Strong collaborative approach with the ability to work independently.
High levels of integrity, discretion, and professional judgement.
Desired Skills:
Analytical
Assessment
Microsoft Office
Project Planning
Proposal Writing
Time Management
Desired Qualification Level:
Diploma
About The Employer:
Shared Services