
Proposal Manager – HVDC
Switzerland Global Enterprise
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Berlin • Germany
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About the role
- Define and execute bid strategy with Capture Leaders to maximize win probability and customer satisfaction.
- Lead cross-functional tender teams (Engineering, Sourcing, PM) to deliver competitive technical and commercial proposals.
- Manage tender planning, cost estimation, risk assessment, sourcing strategy, and governance approvals.
- Lead customer meetings and contract negotiations in international environments.
- Ensure compliance with GE Vernova processes, quality standards, and EHS policies while promoting a strong safety culture.
- Drive continuous improvement of tender efficiency, quality, and financial performance.
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with strong focus on electrical power systems.
- Proven experience managing complex tenders or projects in large international engineering environments (HVDC knowledge preferred).
- Strong commercial and contractual understanding, including negotiation experience.
- Solid knowledge of electrical power systems for utility customers.
- Fluent German (mandatory) and English.
- Strong leadership potential, decision-making ability, customer orientation, and ability to perform under time pressure.
- High IT proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) and willingness to travel (approx. once per month).
Benefits
- Working in a diverse and international team based in multiple locations.
- A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements.
- Working in a booming industry supported by stability, growth, and impactful projects.
- Hybrid model with flexible working hours.
- Competitive compensation and benefits, as well as great development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with the best professionals in the industry.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Electrical EngineeringElectrical Power SystemsTender ManagementCost EstimationRisk AssessmentSourcing StrategyContract NegotiationHVDC KnowledgeContinuous ImprovementQuality Standards
Soft Skills
LeadershipDecision-MakingCustomer OrientationAbility to Perform Under Time Pressure