Bid Manager

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Bid Manager to work full-time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to shaping and executing the bid management strategy aligned with the organization's commercial and business development plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the formulation of the Commercial & Business Development strategy and develop a bid management operational plan consistent with company goals.
• Deploy initiatives and actionable plans to meet bid management targets effectively.
• Assist in managing the bid management budget including optimization and accurate reporting of expenditures.
• Identify relevant bid opportunities using government procurement systems and participate in go/no-go decision-making processes.
• Carefully analyze tender documents focusing on requirements, deliverables, potential risks, and compliance.
• Coordinate preparation of proposals including technical details, commercial terms, pricing models, and submission documents.
• Oversee the entire bid process ensuring all submissions are timely, compliant, and high quality.
• Implement bid review and quality assurance protocols before submission deadlines.
• Track bid pipeline metrics, outcomes, and trends, providing data-driven insights to enhance win rates.
• Develop and enforce bid management policies, procedures, and continuous improvement measures, incorporating industry best practices.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to support smooth bid delivery and address any arising issues.
• Stay updated with market trends, new business opportunities, and regulatory changes influencing bid management.
• Represent the bid function at industry forums and related events.
• Support efforts in recruiting and nurturing bid management team members, including leadership and mentoring to drive business success.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Between 5 to 8 years’ experience in bid management or closely related roles.
• Comprehensive understanding of bid management and budget handling methodologies.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English languages is desirable.