Bid Manager

Job Title: Bid Manager
Location: Ahmedabad
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 5-8 years

About our Company:

Sahana System Limited, headquartered in Ahmedabad, is an ISO-certified IT leader established in 2012. With CMMI Level-5 compliance, ISO 9001, and ISO/IEC 27001 certifications, and a listing on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), we excel in delivering cutting-edge IT services and solutions. Our expertise spans new and emerging technologies like AI, ML, IoT, DevOps, BI, Cyber Security, and sustainable technology. We drive business transformation through innovation and sustainability, staying at the Forefront of digital product engineering and emerging technologies. Our major clients include government sectors, defense, and enterprises with a strong global presence including NAMER region, Gulf, South East Asia, and expanding in the European market.

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Website: https://www.sahanasystem.com/
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Job Description

The Bid Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end bidding process for new projects and tenders in the government sector, municipal corporations, and PSUs. This role involves coordinating with various internal departments and external stakeholders to develop winning bids that meet client requirements and align with the company's strategic objectives. The Bid Manager is responsible for analyzing bid opportunities, formulating bid strategies, preparing bid documents, and ensuring timely submission. Additionally, the Bid Manager oversees the evaluation of bid responses, coordinates post-bid negotiations, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of business development and procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

Bid Strategy Development

• Identify and evaluate bid opportunities that align with the company's strategic goals.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to understand client needs, competitors, and industry trends.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop effective bid strategies, pricing models, and win themes.
• Create and maintain a bid plan, outlining key milestones and deliverables.

Bid Preparation

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to gather the necessary information and inputs for bid responses.
• Lead the development and writing of compelling bid documents, including proposals, technical responses, and commercial offers.
• Ensure bid documents comply with client requirements, addressing all evaluation criteria and contractual obligations.

Bid Management

• Establish and manage bid timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Monitor and track bid progress, providing regular updates to management and stakeholders.
• Coordinate and participate in bid review meetings to obtain necessary approvals.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with business development and sales teams to leverage existing relationships and gather market intelligence.
• Engage with client representatives and attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and conferences.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Conduct post-bid debriefs and analyses to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

Desired Background

• Graduate, Engineering, business management or related discipline.
• Relevant experience of 5+ years in End-to-End Bid Management

Skills Requirements

• Verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple priorities and competing work demands.
• Self-learning and development
• Microsoft Office
• Presentation preparation
• Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables.
• Team Player
• Commercial awareness
• Good numerical skills
• Attention to detail