Bid Manager - Turbomachinery (Maritime)
Antwerp, Belgium
€55,000-€75,000 + Package + Benefits + Progression
As a Bid Manager within our Turbomachinery division, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end bid process for maritime projects, from initial opportunity identification through to submission and contract award. You will work closely with internal teams, including technical, commercial, legal, and project delivery, to ensure the successful preparation of high-quality bids that meet the client's requirements and position us as the partner of choice in the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create and organize quotations, find technical and commercial solutions to meet customer expectations and achieve business targets.
* Conduct further contractual negotiations to clarify or adjust technical and commercial details with support from specialist departments and superiors when necessary.
* Create the final version of the order set and transfer the project to the project manager and his team.
* Identify and assess risks throughout the bidding process, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
* Engage with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project expectations, deadlines, and objectives.
* Drive improvements in the bidding process, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency, better quality submissions, and stronger competitive positioning.
Key Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in bid management within Turbomachinery, Oil & Gas, Maritime industries
* Strong understanding of the maritime sector, including project lifecycle, key technical considerations, and industry standards.
* Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids and stakeholders simultaneously.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling proposals and communicate complex technical content clearly.
* Experience with tendering processes, cost estimation, risk management, and contract negotiations.
* A strategic mindset with a focus on winning bids and delivering value to clients.
* Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., engineering, business, or environmental sciences) is desirable.
* Fluent in Dutch (Mandatory)
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