BID Manager Subsea Telecom

Who we are:

A global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation .

Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience , over 33,000 employees , 109 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries.

Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever

Job purpose

Bid Manager is established with the aim to oversee the development and submission of proposals acting as a linchpin between Sales and the assigned bid team, to ensure that all submissions are comprehensive, competitive, and timely. This position requires managing cross‑functional teams, ensuring the quality and compliance of all submissions, and engaging with clients to deliver tailored solutions. This role will also involve analysing bid performance and contributing to the professional development of the bid team through introduction and implementation of all necessary bid procedures, governance, processes and approvals.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of bids within the Bid Team to ensure they meet Client specifications and deadlines.
• Analyze tender documents to understand Client requirements and ensure compliance in all aspects of the bid.
• Organise and coordinate bid meetings to outline timelines, assign tasks/deliverables, and set deadlines for team members involved in the bid process.
• Liaise with various Functions (System Engineering, Installation, Sales, Operations, Procurement, Planning, Legal, Insurance, PM, Risk, Document Controlling, etc.) to gather the bid deliverables and relevant information during the bid process.
• Edit and proofread bid documents for accuracy, completeness, and clarity, ensuring they are of high quality, free of errors and compliant with the main tender requirements.
• Perform tender price calculations and cash‑flow evaluations based on commercial guidelines.
• Support the Sales Manager during the approval processes.
• Manage the bid submission process through the appropriate channels, ensuring all electronic and hard copy submissions are formatted correctly, complete, and delivered on time.
• Support the Sales Manager during contract negotiations.

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Economics or Scientific disciplines;
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications;
• Professional understanding of templates, macros, and styles;
• Ability to communicate fluently in spoken and written English.

Candidates should present the following soft skills

• Good interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Self‑motivated, quick and assertive;
• Time management/Result oriented;
• Good writing and communication skills;
• Willingly to work cross‑functionally in complex corporate environment;
• Calm, pro‑active and collaborative;
• Able to work well under pressure and comfortable with change and complexity in dynamic environments.

Following requirements will be considered as a plus among applicants

• 3 to 5 years working experience in a medium‑large worldwide organization;
• Knowledge of basic Project Management concepts;
• Previous experience in a similar or cross‑functional role (e.g. project management, Bid management);
• Previous experience working with CRM software.

Our selection process

1) Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min)

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If you’re excited about the role and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment with challenging projects which drive impact for a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply !

Deep dive into Prysmian and check the below insightful links

• Prysmian | Cables, Energy & Telecom Solutions | Prysmian
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Careers @ Prysmian

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritises talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognising and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio‑economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavour to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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