Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bid process for high-value IT consulting solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Public Sector procurement processes and experience with complex European Institutions Public Tenders.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the full lifecycle of bids from opportunity qualification through to submission and post-bid reviews. They will also collaborate with sales, delivery, legal, and finance teams to define win strategies, value propositions, and pricing models.
In addition, the Bid Manager will manage the creation of high-quality, tailored proposals and RFP responses, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company capabilities. They will also lead virtual bid teams, assigning responsibilities, setting timelines, and ensuring accountability across contributors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Bid Leadership: Own and lead the full lifecycle of bids from opportunity qualification through to submission and post-bid reviews.
* Strategy & Planning: Collaborate with sales, delivery, legal, and finance teams to define win strategies, value propositions, and pricing models.
* Proposal Development: Manage the creation of high-quality, tailored proposals and RFP responses, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company capabilities.
* Team Coordination: Lead virtual bid teams, assigning responsibilities, setting timelines, and ensuring accountability across contributors.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you will need:
* A Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related field (Master's preferred).
* Min. 5 years of experience in bid/proposal management in IT Consulting and Technology Services.
* Strong understanding of Public Sector procurement processes and experience with complex European Institutions Public Tenders.
* Min. 5 years of experience in navigating on Terms & Conditions Public sector and risk management.
* Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Fluency in both French and English is required.
* Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and proposal automation platforms.
* APMP certification is a plus.
Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
* A modern, human-centric approach to promoting, assessing, and ensuring future high performance.
* Support and guidance at every step of your career with continuous feedback and conversations.
* Flexibility when it comes to when and where people get their work done, allowing a better work-life balance and greater empowerment.
* Access to one of the best digital learning packages in the market to improve both your soft and hard skills.