Bid Manager

We are seeking an organized, strategic, and persuasive Bid Manager to own our end-to-end proposal process. In this role, you will lead proposal development from initial qualification to final submission, bringing together cross-functional teams to deliver compelling, compliant, and high-quality responses that win business.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

Bid Leadership: Lead the end-to-end bid process from qualification through submission, ensuring timely, compliant, and high-quality delivery.

Strategy & Analysis: Analyze RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and client priorities to develop overall bid strategies and win themes alongside internal stakeholders.

Process & Project Management: Coordinate all bid contributors, manage timelines, governance, risks, approvals, and stakeholder accountability throughout the submission lifecycle.

Content & Material Development: Structure, consolidate, review, and enhance proposal content—including executive summaries, credentials, certifications, Q&A responses, and client presentation materials. Create visually appealing and engaging sales presentation materials.

Post-Submission Support: Manage post-submission activities, including client clarifications, presentations, and further bid rounds, ensuring complete alignment with the agreed bid strategy.

Process Optimization & AI: Leverage AI tools, bid knowledge bases, and lessons learned to continuously improve proposal quality, efficiency, and future win probability. Support regular reporting on bid status, pipeline, and outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, Business, or a related field.

Experience: 1+ years of experience as a Bid Manager, Product Manager, or Sales Manager.

Project & Stakeholder Management: Strong project management skills to prioritize tasks, hit deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously; proven ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional stakeholders at various levels.

Communication & Detail: Exceptional written and spoken English, with a demonstrated ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively; high attention to detail and accuracy in proposal preparation and review.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strategic thinking capability.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and Excel.

Preferred Skills

Industry background in BPO, technology, or consultancy.

Direct experience with pricing strategies.

Working proficiency or fluency in the German language is a plus.