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About the Opportunity

Fisheye - Executive Search is seeking a Tender Manager to join a client's team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading the entire tendering process, ensuring the timely submission of high-quality, compliant bids.

Role Overview

The Tender Manager will be responsible for overseeing the complete tender lifecycle, from initial opportunity identification through to bid submission and post-tender activities. This position requires strong commercial acumen and project coordination skills to effectively manage multiple tenders concurrently and collaborate with various cross-functional teams to enhance bid success rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full tender lifecycle, from opportunity identification to bid submission and post-tender activities.
• Review tender documents, specifications, and commercial requirements to ensure full compliance.
• Coordinate with technical, commercial, finance, legal, procurement, and operations teams to prepare competitive proposals.
• Develop tender strategies, submission plans, and timelines to ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare, review, and finalize technical and commercial bid documentation.
• Ensure all tender submissions comply with client requirements and company standards.
• Liaise with clients to address tender clarifications and submission requirements.
• Maintain a database of tender opportunities, submissions, and outcomes.
• Analyze tender results and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support contract negotiations and the transition from award to project execution.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in tender management, bid management, or proposal management.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Strong understanding of tendering procedures, commercial contracts, and procurement processes.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Fluency in English and native Arabic proficiency.

Work Environment and Application

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.