Specialist, Tender Management

Role Overview

As a Specialist, Tender Management, you will play a pivotal role in driving business growth by overseeing the complete tendering and bid preparation lifecycle. This position requires a meticulous and strategic approach to ensure competitive and compliant submissions that align with client expectations and organizational objectives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality proposals while adhering to strict deadlines and regulatory standards. Your expertise will be instrumental in securing new business opportunities and fostering long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic role, your core responsibilities will include:

• Tender Analysis & Documentation: Thoroughly review and interpret tender documents, including Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Invitations to Tender (ITTs), to identify critical requirements and potential risks.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the central liaison between sales, technical, procurement, finance, and legal teams to gather essential information, clarify ambiguities, and ensure seamless collaboration throughout the bid preparation process.
• Proposal Development: Compile and prepare comprehensive technical and commercial proposals that meet client specifications, emphasizing competitive pricing, innovation, and value-added solutions.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all tender submissions strictly adhere to contractual, technical, and commercial requirements, mitigating risks and enhancing the organization’s credibility.
• Pricing & Cost Estimation: Coordinate pricing strategies and cost estimation activities to develop compelling and financially viable offers that position the company favorably in the market.
• Deadline Management: Oversee bid schedules, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality submissions within stipulated deadlines to maximize success rates.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain organized tender records, databases, and document control systems to ensure transparency, traceability, and compliance with internal and external standards.
• Client Engagement: Address client inquiries, provide clarifications on tender requirements, and respond to queries in a timely and professional manner to strengthen client relationships.
• Risk Assessment & Opportunity Identification: Analyze tender documents to identify potential risks, assumptions, and growth opportunities, and incorporate mitigation strategies into proposals.
• Contract Handover & Post-Bid Review: Support contract negotiations and facilitate a smooth transition to project execution teams upon award. Conduct post-bid reviews to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement in future submissions.

Qualifications & Competencies

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of proven experience in tendering, bidding, proposals, or commercial operations, with a track record of delivering successful outcomes.
• Industry Knowledge: A strong understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and tendering best practices.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, to create and manage bid documentation efficiently.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical, organizational, and project coordination abilities, coupled with strong communication and stakeholder management skills to navigate complex interactions.
• Time Management: The capacity to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Compliance Focus: A commitment to ensuring accuracy, adherence to regulations, and continuous improvement in tender processes.

Why Join Us?

At Schneider Electric, we are committed to empowering our employees through a Total Rewards package designed to support your professional and personal growth. Our comprehensive benefits include competitive compensation, robust health and wellness programs, retirement planning, skill development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusion. We invest in your success by fostering a culture of innovation, sustainability, and purpose-driven work.

Join a global leader where your contributions directly impact the transition to a more sustainable and efficient future. As an IMPACT Maker, you will be part of a team that turns ambitious sustainability goals into actionable results, driving progress in automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate and nurture exceptional talent who are passionate about making a difference in the world.

With a global revenue exceeding €40 billion, a workforce of over 150,000 employees across 100+ countries, and a commitment to equitable opportunities, Schneider Electric is dedicated to creating an inclusive and caring workplace where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Take the next step in your career and become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.