
Bids Manager
Thorens - Executive Search Specialists
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Valcourt • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$80,000 - CA$100,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Tender/RFP analysis: Review and analyze technical specifications, drawings, and contractual documents for received tenders/RFPs
- Proposal preparation: Prepare detailed bids considering manufacturing costs, materials, labor, and delivery lead times
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams to obtain accurate cost information and production capacity
- Write technical proposals that highlight the benefits of the company’s solutions
- Negotiation and follow-up: Support the sales team during client negotiations by providing technical and financial justification for proposals
- Process optimization: Contribute to continuous improvement of the bidding process by identifying efficiency opportunities and proposing innovative solutions
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience reading technical drawings and understanding manufacturing processes
- Experience preparing bids in an industrial environment, preferably in equipment manufacturing
- Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with other office software
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry standards
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Fluent French (written and spoken). English proficiency is an asset.
Benefits
- Employer-sponsored group insurance plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to telemedicine
- Employer contribution to a group RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
- Dynamic team
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
Tender analysisRFP analysisProposal preparationTechnical specificationsManufacturing processesCost estimationTechnical writingCAD softwareAdvanced ExcelBidding preparation
Soft skills
Communication skillsNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skillsAbility to work under pressureTime managementCollaborationAttention to detailAdaptabilityCritical thinkingCreativity