Bid Manager

Saab Danmark A/S; Sønderborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab Danmark A/S is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to lead the full bid lifecycle for defense and security solutions. You will coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, high-quality proposals aligned with Saab's strategic goals and customer needs.

The role requires 3–5 years in bid, proposal, or project management within defense or complex technology sectors, plus strong regulatory knowledge and English communication skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of bid, proposal, or project management experience within defense, aerospace, or complex technology sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end bid lifecycle from qualification to contract award.
• Orchestrate cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact proposals.
• Formulate winning bid strategies in collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Legal, and Finance.
• Conduct analyses of RFPs/ITTs to meet customer requirements.
• Craft compelling, technically accurate proposals with clarity and professionalism.
• Manage bid budgets and timelines, mitigating risks to ensure on-time submissions.
• Coordinate internal and external reviews and integrate feedback.
• Provide input on content and commercial terms during negotiations.
• Leverage market trends and customer insights to sharpen Saab's edge.
• Drive continuous improvement of bid management tools and methodologies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Commercial acumen

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Bid management software

Job description

Do you want to work in a company that develops systems to help keep people and society safe? We are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to lead and manage the full bid lifecycle for complex defense and security solutions, ensuring the submission of high-quality, compliant, and competitive proposals that align with Saab's strategic objectives.

Your Role As a Bid Manager, you will own the end-to-end bid lifecycle, serving as the strategic lead from initial qualification through to contract award. You will be responsible for orchestrating cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact proposals that align our technical capabilities with our customers' most critical needs.

Strategic Leadership: Formulate and execute winning bid strategies in close collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Legal, and Finance.

Analysis & Compliance: Conduct deep-dive analyses of RFPs and ITTs to ensure all customer requirements are fully understood and meticulously met.

Proposal Development: Craft compelling, technically accurate proposals that maintain high standards of clarity, consistency, and professionalism.

Project Governance: Manage bid budgets and timelines, proactively mitigating risks to ensure on-time, high-quality submissions.

Stakeholder Coordination: Facilitate internal and external review cycles, integrating diverse feedback into a cohesive final document.

Commercial Negotiation: Provide expert input on proposal content and commercial terms during customer negotiations.

Market Intelligence: Leverage trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to sharpen our competitive edge.

Process Innovation: Drive the continuous improvement of our bid management tools and internal methodologies.

Your Profile

We are seeking a strategic professional who combines technical acumen with commercial savvy. You have a proven track record of securing high-value contracts within complex technology sectors and the leadership skills to guide multidisciplinary teams under pressure.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience: 3-5 years of bid, proposal, or project management experience within the defense, aerospace, or complex technology sectors.

Proven Success: A demonstrated history of leading and winning complex, high-value bids.

Regulatory Knowledge: A strong grasp of government procurement processes and contractual frameworks.

Communication: Exceptional English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts.

Leadership: Strong ability to motivate, coordinate, and lead cross-functional teams.

Operational Excellence: Superior organizational skills and an acute attention to detail.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite and dedicated bid management software.

Mobility: Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

What can you expect from us?

Saab Danmark is a company that is growing and are in a transition phase to develop more product-focused deliveries. This gives you a great opportunity to take part in shaping the future system designs and deliveries to a demanding customer segment.

• A key leadership role in a technically advanced defense environment.
• The opportunity to influence the safety and supportability of products and systems across their complete lifecycle.
• A skilled and committed multidisciplinary team.
• Professional development and opportunities to grow within the organization.
• Focus on our teams, good collaboration and giving our employees the ability to take ownership of their tasks.

Candidates must be able to obtain a security clearance by the Danish Defence Intelligence Service. This entails that candidates, as a minimum, have had residency within NATO/EU for the last 7 years.

About Saab Danmark A/S Saab in Denmark

Saab in Denmark is part of the Saab Group with headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden. At the same time, Saab Danmark is an independent legal company with a flat organisational structure. Our main business area is delivering integrated communication solutions to military markets in Denmark and abroad.

You can find further information about our integrated communication solution TactiCall, at www.saab.com/naval.

At Saab, you'll be empowered to make a real difference. Join colleagues worldwide who share one purpose – keeping people and society safe through innovative defence and security solutions.

What makes that difference possible? You.

We're a global leader in air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics, with approximately 28,000 employees across all continents.

Our transformative approach combines deep expertise with continuous innovation – investing one-fifth of our earnings in research and development to solve tomorrow's challenges today.

But technology alone doesn't create safety. Your perspective, your skills, your contribution – that's what transforms possibility into reality.

Here, diversity strengthens everything we do. You'll find unlimited opportunities to advance your career whilst maintaining balance in your life beyond work. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can fully focus on what matters.

Saab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer – all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.