Bid Manager

Introduction

Saab Czech s. r. o. is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company which offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our site belongs to Training and Simulation division. We produce various types of military simulators and currently employ around 80 people.

Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace.

Your Role

The Virtual Bid manager is responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of proposals in response to client requests and competitive tenders. This role involves managing a team of 3, bid managers and calculation manager, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, competitive bids on time. The Team Leader will work closely with various departments to gather necessary information, strategize on proposal approaches, and maintain a pipeline of bid opportunities.

Main responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a bid team.
• Assign tasks and ensure the team meets deadlines and quality standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end bid process, from initial analysis to final submission.
• Ensure all proposals are compliant with client requirements and company standards.
• Review and edit proposals for clarity, compliance, and competitive positioning.
• Maintain a bid calendar and manage the pipeline of opportunities.
• Analyse feedback from past bids to improve future proposals.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on bid activities and performance metrics.
• Analyse and identify trends and areas for improvement in the bid process.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, legal, and marketing, to gather necessary inputs for bid proposals
• Close coordination of bid work with our parent organization in Sweden.

Your Profile

• University degree in Business, Finance, Project management or related field.
• Proven experience in bid management or finance or a similar role within an international organization.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent English proficiency: Both written and spoken English must be at a professional level.
• Willingness to travel occasionally
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• High level of initiative and self-motivation.
• Will be good if you are experienced in working with ERP systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package including e.g. 25 vacation days, sick days, Pluxee card, participating in company share plan, work from home 2 days a week, subsidized lunches in the company, free parking on the premises and many more
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and international environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the unique industry