Bid Manager

OverviewWELCOME TO SITAWe re the team that keeps airports moving airlines flying smoothly and borders open Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world s air travel industry You ll find us at 95 of international hubs We partner closely with over 2 500 transportation and government clients each with their own unique needs and challenges Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork Want to be a part of something bigAre you ready to love your job The adventure begins right here with you at SITA PURPOSEManages new and renewal business opportunities related to managed major and or complex solutions Plays an active part in the entire proposal project life cycle challenge solutions and drive best practice for major or complex deals Ensures that SITA is portrayed professionally and with credibility KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Validates the qualification of opportunities and monitors qualification status at all stages during the bid process Analyses and understands the customer s detailed requirements to develop the optimum win strategy and associated appropriate level of response in order to successfully bid and win each contract Develops the overall bid project plan and builds and manages the virtual Bid Team to achieve the bid deliverables in an effective and efficient manner This includes leading the process of identifying potential subcontractors or partners and selecting negotiating contracting with such parties under the guidance of senior regional commercial management Owns and reviews the overall response to customer assessing the risk to delivering a successful bid project and ensuring that these are addressed appropriately under the guidance of senior regional commercial management Coordinates the negotiation team in the pre-contract stage with the Customer including the setting up of appropriate commercial partnership agreements and underpinning contracts to support contract deliverables whilst ensuring that the relevant internal expertise is involved in the closure of commercial financial and legal issues with the customer Develops plans to ensure a smooth transition from the bid team to the delivery and implementation team upon contract award including comprehensive and clear documentation of all aspects of the solution Helps obtains solution approvals financial technical etc and ensures the proposed solution is carried out in accordance with the appropriate corporate guidelines Communicates progress regularly and clearly to the relevant SITA senior management and stakeholders ensuring that major issues are escalated and addressed QualificationsEXPERIENCE Verifiable commercial experience in similar roles with strong project management skills across multiple teams in multiple locations is required Must have real Proposal Management Sales Business Development or Account Management experience Experience in aviation industry or IT is a plus Hands-on experience and verifiable experience in complex bids proposals - in purchasing and or sales - including exposure to the vendor side Relevant understanding of the airport and or airline operation is an advantage Experience in developing successful relationships at Senior Manager level Experience in managing teams and meeting tight deadlines Preferably having worked in a multinational company PROFESSION COMPETENCIES Accuracy and Attention to Detail Commercial Acumen Contracts Review Cross-team integration Graphic Tools Negotiating Networking and influencing Partnering for Clients Success Planning Tactical Strategic RFP experience Sales Closing and Agreements Sales Proposals and Presentations Sales Scoping and Qualification Technical Writing Documentation CORE COMPETENCIES Adhering to Principles Values Communication Creating Innovating Customer Focus Developing Talent Impact Influence Leading Execution Managing Performance Results Orientation Teamwork EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Arts or equivalent professional experience is Engineering Economics Business Administration Finance or Legal Project Management training Professional equivalent experience in the Bid Management field is preferred WHAT WE OFFERWe re all about diversity We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures We re really proud of our inclusive environment Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work and we make sure you get to work from home too Find out what it s like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever xf0x9fx8fxa1 Flex Week Work from home up to 2 days week depending on your team s needs xe2x8fxb0 Flex Day Make your workday suit your life and plans xf0x9fx8cx8e Flex-Location Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world xf0x9fx8cxbf Employee Wellbeing We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program EAP for you and your dependents 24 7 365 days year We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs xf0x9fx9ax80 Professional Development Level up your skills with our training platforms including LinkedIn Learning xf0x9fx99x8c Competitive Benefits Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer We value a diverse workforce In support of our Employment Equity Program we encourage women aboriginal people members of visible minorities and or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process