We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Proposals/Tendering Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing complex technical and commercial bid activities from RFQ receipt through to final submission. The post holder will coordinate cross-functional teams, assess technical and commercial risk, develop competitive and compliant pricing, and support client engagement throughout the tender process, ensuring all bids are delivered accurately, on time and in line with commercial governance requirements
Responsibilities
Lead and manage bid opportunities from RFQ receipt to final submission.
Receive, review, and manage client RFQs, specifications, drawings, and associated documentation.
Liaise closely with internal technical, operations, sales, finance, and supply chain team members
Provide commercially sound guidance on price points. Maintain commercial governance
Assess new or revised client documentation and evaluate impacts on scope, design, risk, and cost.
Manage and control quote revisions in response to design changes or client clarifications.
Attend client meetings and support post-tender clarification and negotiation stages.
Ensure all RFQ and bid deadlines are met in a structured and controlled manner.
Maintain CRM and tender reporting to support forecasting
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The Company reserves the right to adapt, change and add to these duties, tasks and responsibilities in line with business needs.
Experience
5+ years in solution tendering, technical-commercial bids, pricing
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college.
Exceptional attention to detail with a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines with high sense of urgency.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple concurrent opportunities.
Confident communicator with the ability to present technical and commercial proposals to clients.
Commercial mindset. Understanding of cost drivers and risk management, and terms and conditions
Manage and control quote revisions in response to design changes or client clarifications.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Desirable Characteristics
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or relevant advanced degree
Electrical design/ Electrical Engineering of high & medium voltage motors & generators
Knowledge of electrical insulation technologies
Knowledge of Roebel Bars , and diamond coil manufacturing process/requirements
General Requirements
Highly motivated
Proactive approach
"Can Do" attitude
Able to work well with other departments
Ability to motivate share skills with others
Excellent communication skills to all levels
Exceptional attention to detail and quality
Must be eligible to work in UK
Onsite role
Driving licence required
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 38,000.00-42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Sick pay
Education:
Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
solution proposal/ tendering: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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