Manager- Tender Management

Manage the end-to-end tender and bid management lifecycle, from tender review to submission and post-award activities. Review tender requirements and prepare bid plans, timelines, and submission schedules. Coordinate technical, commercial, and administrative proposal preparation. Ensure tender submissions comply with client requirements, procurement regulations, and governance standards. Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Operations, and other stakeholders to gather and validate bid inputs. Review pricing schedules, commercial proposals, and supporting documentation. Monitor tender progress, coordinate bid review meetings, and ensure timely submissions. Maintain tender records, approval workflows, and standardized proposal templates. Track tender pipeline, submission status, contract awards, and performance metrics. Analyse win/loss results and recommend improvements to increase bid success rates. Develop and improve tender procedures, reporting processes, and documentation standards. Support automation and digitalization of tender management activities. Coordinate tender clarifications and liaise with clients, consultants, vendors, and suppliers. Support supplier registration, prequalification, and related tender activities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. 8–10 years of experience in tender management, bid management, procurement, commercial operations, or contract administration. Proven experience managing complex tender submissions and coordinating cross-functional teams. Experience handling government tenders and public-sector procurement processes. Strong knowledge of tender documentation, commercial proposals, contract administration, and compliance requirements. Excellent stakeholder management, planning, negotiation, and coordination skills. Strong analytical skills with experience in tender reporting and win/loss analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tender management systems. Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality. Professional certification such as CIPS, PMP, or an equivalent qualification is an advantage. Employment Type Full-time

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