The Bid Manager is responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of proposals in response to client requests and competitive tenders. This role involves managing a team of 3, bid managers and calculation manager, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, competitive bids on time. The Team Leader will work closely with various departments to gather necessary information, strategize on proposal approaches and maintain a pipeline of bid opportunities. The position and team are located in Slavkov u Brna, Czech republic and work on-site is required.
Main responsibilities:
- lead, mentor and manage a bid team
- assign tasks and ensure the team meets deadlines and quality standards
- oversee the end-to-end bid process, from initial analysis to final submission
- ensure all proposals are compliant with client requirements and company standards
- review and edit proposals for clarity, compliance and competitive positioning
- maintain a bid calendar and manage the pipeline of opportunities
- analyse feedback from past bids to improve future proposals
- provide regular updates and reports to senior management on bid activities and performance metrics
- analyse and identify trends and areas for improvement in the bid process
- coordinate and collaborate witihi cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, legal and marketing, to gather necessary inputs for bid proposals
- close coordination of bid work with our parent organization in Sweden
Your profile:
- university degree in Business, Finance, Project management or related field
- proven experience in bid management or finance or a similar role within an international organization
- strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
- excellent English proficiency - both written and spoken English must be at a professional level
- willingness to travel occasionally
- strategic thinking and problem-solving
- attention to detail and accuracy
- strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- high level of initiative and self-motivation
- will be good if you are experienced in working with ERP systems
What we offer:
- competitive salary
- benefits package including e. g. 25 days of vacation, sick days, Pluxee card, participation in company share plan, work from home 2 days a week, subsidized lunch in the company, free parking on the premises, educational courses and trainings, contribution to pension/life insurance, company events and many more
- opportunity to work in a dynamic and international environment
- professional development and career advancement opportunities
- being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the unique industry