
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 & 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