> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/189678-solutions-specialist-advisor](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/189678-solutions-specialist-advisor). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solutions Specialist Advisor - **Company:** FedEx - **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $78,139.0 - $128,930.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Business Software, Spreadsheets, Web Development, Data Analytics - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=58e62884643a3f12 ## About the Role Professional with 3+ years in global logistics/freight forwarding. Must have experience with RFP/RFQ processes, evaluating commercial requirements, and shaping bid strategy. Proven ability to assess customer needs, translate them into solutions, and collaborate on defining product strategy. Key skills include strong analytics to find solution gaps and proficiency with tender management systems and BI tools for bid tracking and win/loss analysis., Bachelor's Degree/equivalent in business or a related field. Minimum Experience Five (5) years experience in designing, maintaining, and/or implementation of solutions to complex business situations. Experience is specifically related to the department's specialty. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced and innovative application of skills with business software, spreadsheet applications, and/or graphics or web development. Ability to plan and work on multiple assignments concurrently. Ability to present solutions to senior leadership. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience evaluating customer bid requirements, collaborating across cross functional teams to develop solutions, and identifying solution gaps, supported by solid RFP process knowledge and logistics/freight forwarding experience. Experience partnering with Marketing or Product teams to align bid solutions with product strategy and customer value propositions. Pay Transparency: Pay: FEC_E26 $6,511.62 - $10,744.16 monthly Additional Details: Purple Flex Hybrid - This position will be hybrid in Memphis, TN, Pittsburgh, PA or Plano, TX. Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius. Employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several times per week. ## Description Designs, develops, implements and maintains innovative and replicable programs/procedures supporting FedEx sales, senior leadership, customers and corporate initiatives creating value and effective strategies for FedEx. Requires the application of innovative specialized/technical skill sets relevant to the role and objectives of the department. Works individually and leads peer and cross functional teams with internal/external customer interaction. Works on multiple complex assignments concurrently. Mentors less sr. staff. Leads brainstorming, review and development of recommendations for highly complex sales/customer/corporate initiatives, recommending best methods. Acts with senior level authority. Presents solutions., * RFP/RFQ Management: End-to-end coordination of customer tenders - reviewing requirements, gathering data, preparing pricing, and submitting proposals. * Portfolio Analysis: Building detailed models to demonstrate continuous improvement within the freight forwarding services portfolio to compete globally * Cross-functional Collaboration: Liaising with Product Marketing, Operations, Pricing Management, Sales, and Quality to ensure the proposal is operationally feasible and commercially competitive. * Market Research: Monitoring competitor features, market trends, and carrier customer differentiation to ensure competitive bids. * Data Tools & Reporting: Using Excel, tender management systems, and BI tools for bid tracking, reporting, and win/loss analysis. Use of AI tools to research and respond to bids. * Compliance & Quality: Ensuring bids meet internal and customer compliance standards (KPIs bid win rate, turnaround time, and margin accuracy); maintaining bid templates and process documentation. Essential Functions * Works individually and leads peer and cross functional teams with internal/external customer Interaction. * Works on multiple complex assignments concurrently. * Mentors less sr. staff. * Leads brainstorming, review, and development of recommendations for highly complex sales/customer/corporate initiatives, recommending best methods. * Acts with senior level authority. * Presents solutions.Perform other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Why Your Next Best Talent Might Not Be in Your Neighborhood](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1861-why-your-next-best-talent-might-not-be-in-your-neighborhood) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [From Tables to Graphs in Minutes: Supercharging Kusto Graph Analytics with AI-Powered Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1543-from-tables-to-graphs-in-minutes-supercharging-kusto-graph-analytics-with-ai-powered-development) - [The 2026 Talent Pivot: Essential Trends for an Evolving Workforce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100098-the-2026-talent-pivot-essential-trends-for-an-evolving-workforce) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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