Averna
Electrical And Electronic Manufacturing
ProposalSpecialist
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“Proposal Specialist at Averna. Skills: Proposal management, RFP/RFI/RFQ management, Customer collaboration. Manage multiple RFPs. Manage multiple RFIs”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Experience in proposal development, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Fluent in German, Fluent in English
Nice to Have
Cost experience with governmental customers, Knowledge of Salesforce, Knowledge of public pricing regulations, Knowledge of governmental procurement processes, Affinity with electronics industry, Affinity with telecommunications industry, Affinity with aerospace industry, Affinity with automotive industry
What You'll Do.
Prepare high-quality proposal documents
Coordinate inputs for cost estimates
Review contractual terms
Ensure compliance with regulations
Gather material costs
Validate material costs
Validate data accuracy
Shape pricing strategies
Communicate contractual deviations
Communicate requirement gaps
Review purchase orders
Validate commercial conditions
Validate legal conditions
Liaise with customers for adjustments
Organize key meetings
Secure executive alignment
Secure executive approval
Track activities in Salesforce
Track approvals in Salesforce
Review proposals prepared by colleagues
Approve proposals prepared by colleagues
Support Sales Managers with administrative tasks
Support Sales Managers with logistical tasks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Sales teams; Finance teams; Project Management teams; Engineering teams; Legal teams; Procurement teams; Sales Managers; Executives
Communication Scope
Relationship-building
Process & Methodology
Coordination, Organizational skills
Full Job Description
Averna experience Averna delivers industry-leading test solutions and services for communications and electronics device-makers worldwide, accelerating product development, quality and innovation: * Be global@work : Serve international customers and collaborate with cross functional teams in California, across the US, with sister sites in Mexico, in Canada, in Europe and Asia * Drive innovation@work : Participate in the development of market-leading high-tech products in the Automotive & Transportation, Electric Vehicles, Consumer Electronics, Industrials and Life Sciences. * Develop your talent@work : Contribute to thrilling projects that will stretch your skills and talent to the maximum. * Enjoy success@work : Be part of a fast-growing company with award-winning products and teams. * Share your passion@work : Meet passionate people, enjoy our modern environment and dynamic atmosphere In January 2026, Averna and Spherea joined forces to create the [SphereaAverna group](https://www.averna.com/en/spherea-averna-group), expanding our global footprint and strengthening our expertise. The Challenge of the Proposal Specialist in a few words The Proposal Specialist is seen as the Project Manager of each proposal as it entails expertise in coordination, financial aspects and great organizational skills. Your contribution in the role of Proposal Specialist: * You manage multiple RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs simultaneously, setting clear priorities and ensuring all deadlines are met * You collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, Project Management, Engineering, Legal) to deliver proposals that align with client expectations and internal standards * You prepare high-quality proposal documents and coordinate all inputs required to define accurate effort and cost estimates * You review contractual and legal terms in close partnership with the Legal team * You ensure compliance with regulations related to governmental customers (e.g. pricing regula
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