Proposal Manager

Location: Aberdeen

Permanent staff position

Looking for a Proposal Manager to joint the team based in Aberdeen. The role will contribute to the planning, execution and delivery of inhouse tenders as part of the global support function and in accordance with tender process.

You will acquire an in-depth exposure both to the commercial and technical aspects of the business.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead the tender process to deliver the complete bid in accordance with the company tender procedure.
• Co-ordinate the screening and evaluation of business opportunities.
• Support the management team in formulation of the bid/no-bid decision and bid strategy.
• Manage all relevant stakeholders and contributors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of inputs to the bid and in line with Client requirements.
• Implementation and adherence to Company procedures necessary for maintaining the necessary quality and standards of tenders.
• Co-ordinate the review and approval cycles to deliver a technically robust bid which is accurately estimated, planned, and assessed from a risk perspective.
• Coordinate clarification meetings with Clients.
• Assist with the contractual and commercial discussions and negotiations.
• Maintain all formal correspondence with Client during tender phase.
• Plan forthcoming bids, events, tasks, key dates and required manning level.
• Create and ensure contact with key personnel in Client organisations and collect information on prospects.
• Identify, highlight, and contribute to process and business improvements.

Your Experiences and Qualifications:

• A can-do attitude, love solving problems and enjoy challenging yourself and others to improve the status quo
• Educated to degree level, or have relevant work experience
• Relevant work experience within the Subsea Oil and Gas Industry.
• Strong commercial knowledge and experience in tendering or project activities.
• Experience of estimating contractual negotiations and technical understanding preferred.
• Organised and able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Team player with focus at building relationships and leading teams.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization.

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