Bid Manager📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | Remote | |
| Location | Dammam |
About the Role
Siemens Energy is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to support global sales efforts for new equipment within the Centrifugal Compressors (Single Shaft) product line. This role is integral to the Transformation of Industry division, focusing on decarbonizing the industrial sector and facilitating the transition to sustainable processes. The Bid Manager will develop compelling proposals with clear value propositions, collaborating across departments and with external vendors to ensure accurate and compliant bid submissions, contributing to the company's mission of providing sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Review client Requests for Quotation (RFQ), perform equipment selections including drivers and auxiliary systems using company engineering tools, and configure optimized solutions with a defined value proposition.
- Manage the scope of supply, provide technical specification comments, and prepare Buyout RFQs.
- Evaluate and communicate with vendors in coordination with the Project Procurement Manager, conduct cost analysis, prepare pricing, and establish payment milestones, ensuring alignment of sub-supplier payment terms.
- Perform cash flow analysis and collaborate with the Regional Coordination Group, operations, shared services (Commercial & Finance), and Field Service to identify and quantify risks, develop mitigation actions, and prepare the technical/execution risk assessment form.
- Seek guidance from the Sales Manager or Opportunity Leader on commercial risks.
- Coordinate the Proposal Bill of Material, System Drawing, and Project Schedule, and maintain Sales Force (CRM tool) as required.
- Assist Sales Managers in developing technical and commercial strategies for the Order Collection Process.
- Develop quantified Value Propositions and integrate technical activities, products, and services, including vendor-supplied equipment/services, into proposals to meet deadlines.
- Ensure proposal process compliance with established procedures, verifying completeness, accuracy, cash flow analyses, risk assessments, solution configuration, and on-time submittals.
- Identify cost or time-saving opportunities within proposal development and implement process improvements.
- Complete the Risk and Opportunity Analysis process before issuing new equipment proposals, focusing on margin screens, currency risks, payment terms, cash flow, cancellation terms, and execution risks.
- Review pricing for compliance with established screens and price/scope agreements, and issue price recommendations for approval.
- Coordinate and participate in client clarification meetings, understanding client applications, processes, and competitor offerings.
- Prepare and submit project pre-release and order entry packages to manufacturing operations.
- Participate in and lead internal and client kick-off meetings, supporting the order collection team in preparing internal approval documentation.
- Assist the Sales Manager with project or product presentations, conducting business affairs with high ethical standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience.
- A Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience from an accredited higher education institution.
- Understanding of compressor applications is considered an added advantage.
- Proficiency with Microsoft suite programs and select engineering programs.
- Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; bilingual and international experience are a plus.
- Willingness to undertake domestic and international travel for training, project presentations, bid clarifications, project kick-off meetings, and market awareness activities.
Required Skills
- Equipment Selection
- Proposal Development
- Cost Analysis
- Pricing
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Sales Force (CRM tool)
- Value Propositions
- Microsoft Suite Proficiency
- Engineering Programs Proficiency
- Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)
- Presentation Skills
- Teamwork
Work Environment and Location
This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Siemens Energy is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workforce of over 130 nationalities. The company offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with global colleagues on challenging projects.
Requirements
- Requires +10 Years experience
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