Proposal Manager (m/f/d)

Kraftblock GmbH; Sulzbach/Saar; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein dynamisches Unternehmen im Bereich Cleantech sucht einen Proposal Manager, der für die Erstellung hochwertiger technischer Angebote verantwortlich ist. In dieser spannenden Rolle arbeiten Sie eng mit Vertrieb, Technik und externen Partnern zusammen, um maßgeschneiderte Lösungen zu entwickeln, die den Anforderungen der Kunden entsprechen. Sie bringen Ihre umfassende Erfahrung in Projektmanagement und technischem Verständnis ein, um innovative Ansätze zur Dekarbonisierung der Industrie zu fördern. Freuen Sie sich auf flexible Arbeitsbedingungen, persönliche Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten und die Chance, an internationalen Projekten mit echtem Einfluss zu arbeiten.

Leistungen

Flexibles Arbeiten

Fortbildungsmöglichkeiten

Moderne Arbeitsumgebung

Internationale Projekte

Qualifikationen

• Mindestens 5 Jahre Erfahrung in Projekt- oder Proposal-Management.
• Starkes technisches Verständnis für industrielle Prozesse und Systemintegration.

Aufgaben

• Vorbereitung und Koordination technischer Angebote für thermische Energiespeicher.
• Zusammenarbeit mit Vertrieb, Technik und externen Partnern zur Angebotserstellung.

Kenntnisse

Projektmanagement

Technische Proposal-Erstellung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Technisches Verständnis thermodynamischer Systeme

Verhandlungsgeschick

Ausbildung

Ingenieurwissenschaften

Betriebswirtschaft

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

MS Project

VBA

Jobbeschreibung

Which tasks do you take over?

As a Proposal Manager (m/f/d), you are responsible for preparing and coordinating high-quality technical proposals for our thermal energy storage solutions. You work closely with our Sales, Engineering, and Sourcing teams, as well as with external partners, to ensure that our customers receive a technically sound, economically viable, and strategically aligned offer – delivered on time and tailored to their needs.

• Analyze customer specifications and tender documents.
• Take ownership of the preparation and submission of technical proposals, coordinating all relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and validate technical concepts in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Coordinate and review cost estimations with procurement, partners, and internal functions.
• Present solutions to customers, incorporate feedback, and refine the proposal accordingly.
• Support the sales team with technical expertise throughout the entire sales process.
• Participate in contract negotiations together with the Sales Manager.
• Ensure a clear and structured project handover to the execution team after contract award.
• Integrate lessons learned from past projects and proposals into future offerings.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our products and services.
• Support sales reporting and planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, safety guidelines, and confidentiality rules.

What do you bring?

• University degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical, process, electrical); a business-related background is a plus.
• Several years of experience (ideally >5 years) in similar roles such as project management, proposal management, product management, or construction management.
• Solid technical understanding of thermodynamic systems, industrial process integration, or system engineering.
• Experience with consortium projects, EPC tenders, or public procurement is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace; knowledge of project planning tools (e.g., MS Project) or programming (e.g., VBA) is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and German; additional languages (e.g., French) are a plus.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills and the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders.
• A structured, pragmatic, and solution-oriented working style.

What we offer?

• Permanent employment in a fast-growing cleantech company with a global mission.
• Flexible work arrangements including home office and trust-based working hours.
• Personal growth and development through training, mentorship, and hands-on learning.
• Flat hierarchies and room for initiative, creativity, and responsibility.
• Exciting international projects with a real impact on the decarbonization of industry.
• Strong team culture with open communication and mutual support.
• Modern work environment with cutting-edge tools and technologies.