Technical Writer - Project Logistics

Proposal Writer - Project Logistics - Dubai, UAE

POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible to leading and prepare quality pricing proposals and quotations from inception to completion for Project Logistics Division

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/FUNCTIONS TASKS
Global Central point of receipt for all Commercial Logistics customer requests for Technical Bids, Pre-qualifications, Route Survey Methodology Documents, Operation Technical Papers.
Lead the development of proposals and quotations assigned individually in support of RFP’s/RFQ’s pursued by the company.
Assisting operations in highlighting major components such as labor, materials and equipment based on the requirements of the scope of work.
Ensure that the proposals and quotations are current, accurate and complete meeting all of the requirements of the statement of work listed in the RFP/RFQ.
Review, analyze and sense check cost estimates.
Work closely with Move One operations and sales teams in determining the requirements in the RFP and ensure all the cost elements have been captured in the basis of estimate and final costing.
Suggest improvements in a pro-active manner
Submit the final proposals for approval in a timely manner in accordance with the respective RFP.
Preparation of cost comparisons between existing goods and services.
Calculating benchmarks for all prices based on historical data or information available.
Interact closely with other departments to gather information and ensure accuracy of estimates.
Work closely with central logistics department to establish a costing database in support of future estimates.
Ad-hoc weekly and monthly reports as requested by the Senior Commercial and Pricing Manager

Requirements

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENT
University Degree
Minimum 3-5 years proposal writing experience in International Freight Forwarding
An existing network of vendors and customers in Europe / Middle East and Central Asia
Highly competitive, driven by revenue growth
Self-motivator / Aggressive / Ambitious
Advanced English written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate skills in MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-Visio, MS-Presentation (prerequisite).
University Degree in Transportation & / or Supply Chain Management would be an advantage.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule
Travel to high security zones for purpose of understanding operational challenges, procedures to enable documentation of service offering.

About the Company

For over 25 years, Move One has provided seamless international logistics, relocations, moving, and pet transportation services across the globe. A leader in emerging and frontier markets, we understands our customer requirements and difficulties they face operating in challenging environments.

Move One has provided project logistics in support for military, humanitarian organizations, and the energy sector throughout the developing world. With operations in Eastern Europe, the Balkans, Central Asia, the Middle East, and most recently the African region. Move One has the necessary experience, local knowledge, and resources to execute on any logistic project.

Move One

When it’s Not Just a Box.