About the job
Job Opportunity: Specialist, Bid & Design
Location: T.Nagar, Chennai
Department: Global | Design & Bidding
About the Role
Join us as a Specialist in Bid & Design – Global, where you will be instrumental in transforming workspaces for leading global organizations. Collaborating closely with our Global Account Managers and project teams, you'll leverage your creativity, technical skills, and business insight to craft outstanding design solutions, ensure precise specifications, and formulate successful tender responses.
Your goal is to translate client ambitions into cutting-edge workspace solutions, guaranteeing accuracy in pricing, prompt delivery, and superior execution that enhances customer satisfaction and drives business success.
Key Responsibilities
Bidding & Tender Excellence
Collaborate with Global Account Managers to grasp tender requirements and produce exceptional responses.
Develop detailed design and specification documents, including product configurations, renders, space layouts, and floor plans.
Perform margin assessments and ensure technical specifications meet client needs.
Partner with Haworth factories and external suppliers to secure precise pricing and delivery timelines.
Compile, verify, and organize tender documents for timely submission.
Assist with e-bids and digital tender submissions.
Design & Collaboration
Craft engaging presentation materials (using PowerPoint, InDesign, Ceros, etc.) and mood boards for client presentations.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (including purchasing, finance, visualization, sustainability, and ideation) to deliver cohesive solutions.
Maintain an orderly archive of drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
Create project case studies to highlight success stories in the Global Accounts PlayBook.
Project & Client Support
Ensure all drawings, quotes, and submissions are accurate and delivered punctually.
Serve as a liaison between departments to clarify project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
Contribute to sales presentations that captivate clients and bolster Haworth’s value proposition.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in design, specifications, or bid support.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in software tools including AutoCAD, PCON, Adobe Suite, Project Matrix, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Work Ethic: Committed, detail-oriented, and proactive in meeting deadlines.
Collaboration: Ability to work autonomously while excelling in a team-centric environment.
Creativity & Precision: A keen eye for design with a strong focus on detail.

