Thorens - Executive Search Specialists

Bids Manager

Thorens - Executive Search Specialists

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ValcourtCanada

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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 & Tools
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