A GEM (Government e-Marketplace) Tender Executive is responsible for managing a company's participation in the GEM portal, including identifying opportunities, preparing and submitting bids, and ensuring compliance with government procurement policies. They play a crucial role in securing contracts for their organization through the GEM platform.
Key Responsibilities:
· Identifying and Analysing Tender Opportunities:
The executive actively searches for and analyses tender notices, RFPs, and RFQs published on the GEM portal, assessing their feasibility and alignment with the company's capabilities.
· Preparing and Submitting Bids:
This involves compiling all necessary documentation, including technical and financial bids, ensuring compliance with GEM requirements and deadlines.
· Managing the Tender Process:
The executive coordinates with internal teams (sales, technical, finance) to gather inputs, track bid submissions, respond to clarifications, and follow up on award outcomes.
· Ensuring Compliance:
They are responsible for ensuring that all company information, product listings, and pricing are accurate and compliant with GEM policies and guidelines.
· Maintaining Records and Reporting:
The executive maintains organized records of tenders, bid submissions, and related documentation, and prepares reports on tender status and performance.
· Building Relationships:
They may also be involved in building and maintaining relationships with government buyers and procurement officers, as well as conducting vendor assessments.
· Order Processing and Follow-up:
After a successful bid, the executive may be involved in order processing, coordinating with the production team, generating invoices, and tracking delivery to ensure timely fullfilment.
· Payment Reconciliation:
Monitoring payment schedules, following up with buyers for timely payments, and coordinating with the accounts department for reconciliation are also part of the role.
Skills and Qualifications:
· Experience in GEM and other e-tendering portals:
A strong understanding of the GEM platform and other e-procurement systems is essential.
· Knowledge of government procurement policies:
Familiarity with the rules, regulations, and procedures governing government procurement is crucial.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills:
The ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, government officials, and other stakeholders is important.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills:
The ability to analyse tender documents, assess risks, and develop effective bidding strategies is essential.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools:
Experience with data analysis and reporting is often required.
· Organized and detail-oriented:
Managing a high volume of tenders and documentation requires strong organizational skills.