About this role
Bid Manager – GSM Nearshore (Remote)
Function: Sales Enablement – Proposal Management
The Bid Manager leads the end-to-end bid process for complex, high-value opportunities across the German-Speaking Market, from qualification through submission and handover. As the central point of accountability, the role drives bid strategy, ensures compliance and quality, and coordinates cross-functional teams to maximize win probability. Working closely with Sales, Solution Consultants, SMEs, and Legal, the Bid Manager leverages AI-powered tools to enhance proposal quality, efficiency, and overall bid performance.
Key Responsibilities
Bid Strategy & Planning
Support bid qualification and bid/no-bid decisions
Analyze RFPs, client requirements, evaluation criteria, and win themes
Define bid strategy and facilitate kick-off meetings
Bid Management
Manage the full bid lifecycle, ensuring timely, compliant submissions
Develop bid plans, coordinate stakeholders, and monitor progress
Identify risks, drive mitigation actions, and escalate issues where required
Proposal Development & Quality
Support and ensure alignment with win themes
Review, edit, and consolidate SME contributions for a compelling response
Manage Q&A submission, version control, and final submission quality
Coordinate proposal design, client presentations, and pitch materials
Stakeholder & Governance
Drive accountability, decision-making, and stakeholder communication
Ensure governance, approvals, and reporting throughout the bid process
AI & Continuous Improvement
Use AI tools to enhance compliance, content reuse, and proposal generation
Analyze bid performance and implement lessons learned to improve win rates
Experience:
2–3+ years of experience in bid management, proposal management, project management, or similar roles within BPO, CX, technology, professional services, or related industries
Experience leading complex, cross-functional bids in a fast-paced environment; enterprise and international bid experience is an advantage
Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and delivery against tight deadlines
Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead without direct reporting authority
Experience analyzing RFPs, developing bid strategies, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality proposals
Excellent proposal writing, editing, and quality assurance skills
Familiarity with AI-enabled bid management tools and automation technologies is an advantage
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
Strong executive communication and presentation skills
Skills & Competencies:
Native-level proficiency in German with excellent written and spoken English
Strong writing skills with the ability to develop compelling storytelling aligned with win themes
Deeply competitive with unwavering focus on winning; takes personal ownership of bid outcomes
Structured and methodical approach to bid management; maintains rigor even under extreme time pressure
Thrives under deadline pressure; maintains composure and decision quality in high-stakes situations
Leads through influence and expertise rather than authority
Learns from every bid outcome; systematically captures and applies lessons learned

