Bidding Associate

The role of Bidder involves working directly with vendors to assess feasibility, costs, and timing for research projects. They also provide guidance to the research teams on fielding methodologies and panel feasibility and offer ongoing support to panel partners throughout the project's life cycle. These efforts contribute to the smooth running of projects, ensure profitability for our company, and result in the delivery of useful data to our clients.

 Accountabilities 

Manage bid requests and allocate work to suitable suppliers, based on the client's requirements and study methodology particulars.

• Accurately manage feasibility, consult on missing/inaccurate information, flag watchouts. 
• Exhibit precision in utilizing scheduling, bidding, and project management tools (Bowtie, Bid Tool etc.).
• Work closely with internal partners across teams to deliver high-quality study execution, ensuring set deadlines are met.
• Manage study confirmation and closeout processes as well as other necessary administrative tasks.
• Ensure that vendors understand and follow best practices as set forth by leadership and provide feedback to vendors and internal leaders as appropriate.
• Work as a team regionally and globally by taking on shared tasks such as vacation coverage, etc. if needed.

 QUALIFICATIONS 

• Critical thinking
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Problem solving ability
• Effective communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Time management skills
• Good Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Oral and written communication skills in English. 

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Basic knowledge in international project research, around 1 year of experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Assertive, but flexible and positive attitude
• Ability to work Individually as well as in a Team environment

1. Bidding exposure in Project Management is a must.
2. Candidate from Market Research background will be preferred
3. This is a junior level role, if you have high experience and salary, please refrain from applying for this role.
 

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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