Senior Associate, Tender Management

Join us as a Senior Associate in Tender Management and drive business growth through strategic bid leadership. You'll lead the full tendering lifecycle, from analyzing customer requirements to crafting compelling proposals that win. This role offers high visibility and the chance to make a real commercial impact.What will you do?Manage complex and strategic quotations and proposal opportunities. Analyze technical, commercial, and contractual requirements. Validate margins, pricing, and risks associated with business opportunities.Coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain, Factories, and Business Units to ensure complete and competitive proposals. Ensure compliance with organizational financial, commercial, and quality guidelines. Identify and mitigate technical, commercial, and operational risks related to quotations and proposals. Participate in pricing reviews, commercial approvals, and bid strategy development. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and customer experience.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, solutions, processes, and quotation tools. Ensure proper documentation and traceability of all issued quotations and proposals. What are the key skills we are looking for? Project Scheduling — intermediate level; coordinating tender timelines and deliverables across multiple stakeholders Business Acumen — developing level; understanding market dynamics to position competitive offers Contract Management — developing level; ensuring proposals align with legal and commercial frameworks Pricing Strategy — developing level; structuring cost models that balance competitiveness with profitability Risk Management — developing level; identifying and mitigating commercial risks in tender submissions Communication — developing level; articulating complex technical solutions to diverse audiences Customer Orientation — developing level; translating customer needs into tailored tender responses Collaboration — developing level; partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive proposalsWhat qualifications will make you successful?Strategic thinking with ability to craft winning approaches for complex commercial opportunitiesStrong analytical skills to assess requirements and develop optimal, profitable solutionsResilience and flexibility when juggling multiple tenders under pressureContinuous learning mindset with eagerness to grow your commercial expertiseWhat's in it for me?Visible role where your contributions directly impact revenue and business successExposure to diverse tender types and industries that broaden your commercial expertiseCollaborative culture with access to experienced professionals and leadershipInvestment in your professional growth through training and development opportunitiesREQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.English: Advanced Intermediate or higher.More than 5 years of experience in technical and commercial quotation activities. Experience in complex proposal analysis and tendering processes.Strong understanding of commercial, financial, and operational processes.Interpretation of technical and commercial specifications. Cost, margin, and profitability analysis.Commercial and contractual risk management. Knowledge of industrial products and solutions. Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and quotation tools.Advanced Excel and data analysis skills. CompetenciesAccountability. Results Orientation. Collaboration. Influencing Skills. Analytical Thinking. Attention to Detail. Priority Management. Problem Solving.Customer Focus. Ready to lead tenders that win? Apply today and join our team!Rewards designed for youOur Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. 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