Tender Manager - Iberian Zone Solution Center

Schneider Electric; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work plan

Flexible schedule

Additional vacation days (Holy Pack)

Floating holidays

Sabbatical Pack (up to 2 months unpaid

Wellbeing & health programs

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Tender Manager for the Iberian Zone Solution Center to lead bid responses, define strategies, and coordinate cross-functional teams. You will analyze RFQs, draft offers, and drive risk assessment while engaging customers and SMEs.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field, strong distribution and control systems knowledge, and fluency in English with Portuguese mandatory and Spanish desirable. Hybrid work arrangements offered.

Qualifications

• Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineer (control systems preferred) or related field.
• Strong technical background in Electrical Distribution Solutions and Control Systems.
• Ability to be customer facing with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team oriented and results driven.
• At least 2 years of experience in the Bids/Proposals area.
• Ability to lead with agility in a complex & matrix environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a concise and synthetic manner in a multi-cultural environment.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Project, AutoCAD, SAP, AutoCAD, E-Plan, Visio; ETAP desirable.
• Fluent English (C1); Portuguese mandatory; Spanish desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Opportunity Leader in influence plan deployment and RFQ drafting.
• Be in a customer-facing role when required.
• Analyze RFQs and recommend BID/NO BID at preliminary stages.
• Monitor gate reviews and information collection to start tender work.
• Define bid execution strategy aligned with selling strategy and target price.
• Prepare risk analysis and mitigation with SMEs support.
• Manage and draft the offer including technical proposal and contractual aspects.
• Lead liaison meetings and define interfaces with stakeholders.
• Contribute to project handover to execution team and post-tender reviews.
• Support improvements to quotation tools and share lessons learned.

Skills

Customer facing

Communication skills

Agile / leadership

Team oriented

Stakeholder management

English (C1)

Portuguese (mandatory)

Spanish (desirable)

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

AutoCAD

SAP

Autocad

E-Plan

Visio

ACAD

ETAP (desirable)

Job description

We are your Energy Technology Partner.We electrify, automate, and digitalize every industry, business, and home, driving efficiency and sustainability for all. Inscríbase rápido, consulte la descripción completa desplazándose hacia abajo para conocer todos los requisitos de este puesto. At Schneider Electric, our values – IMPACT (Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork) – are the foundation of everything we do. Becoming an Impact Maker means turning sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. Are you ready to lead the digital transformation to create a more sustainable world? If you are up to challenge your creativity and make an impact, we are excited to welcome you!Do you dream of working in a company that is driven by a meaningful purpose? An inclusive company that empowers you to do your best and be innovative?We are looking for Tender Manager to make a difference!At Schneider Electric, we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to do more with less, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment. We provide energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability.

Missions & key responsibilities

As Tender Manager for Iberian Zone Solution Center

• As key contributor of opportunity team, support Opportunity Leader in Influence plan deployment, =S= qualification, prescription, and review RFQ drafting
• In support or in delegation of Opportunity Leader, be in a customer-facing role
• Analyze RFQs, make recommend BID / NO BID (at preliminary stages) to the management by gathering inputs from relevant Subject Mater Experts (SMEs)
• Monitor formal gate reviews approvals and collection of mandatory information to start tender work
• Understand the needs of the customer and research the optimal and most competitive techno-commercial solution to answer to its needs.
• Define Bid execution strategy in line with Opportunity selling strategy and target price.
• Prepare a risk analysis and a mitigation of the risks with SMEs' support when necessary (logistic, technical, purchasing, site works, Contract....).
• Manage and draft the offer, including technical proposal, purchasing, all contractual aspects, commercial environment, cash flow etc.
• Animate liaison meetings, define interfaces, clarify compliance strategy, raise questions to the Client through Sales lead.
• Perform reliable and efficient communication with the main stakeholders, raise roadblocks when needed.
• Take part of contract negotiation in close collaboration with Opportunity Pursuit Leader and ensure timely answers to Customer's requests checking that negotiations remain within delegation given during approval process, alert and trigger new validation process if needed.
• Lead Review Before Sign (in case of availability of draft contract) and reassess As-sold margin. Prepare and lead Project Handing Over to execution team.
• Monitor and review the performance of tendering process through preassigned KPIs Monitor margin deviation vs. Last Validated.
• Perform Lessons Learned analysis on both won / lost opportunities. Contribute to quotation tools improvements.
• Provide feedback on points of improvement. Take part of TM Community of Practice within his Execution Center.

Requirements

• Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineer (control systems mention preferred), Industrial Engineering (electric mention preferred) or related career.
• Strong technical background in Electrical Distribution Solutions and Control Systems.
• Ability to be customer facing excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team oriented and results driven.
• At least 2 years of experience in the Bids/Proposals area.
• Ability to lead with agility in a complex & matrix environment.
• Aptitude to stand time pressure and stress while keeping high performance level.
• Ability to communicate (written, verbal) clearly in concise and synthetic manner on complex technical strategy. Very good communication skills within a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to convince stakeholders on the proper project technical strategy.
• Ability to learn from others, share her/his knowledge, coach others and collaborate efficiently. Ability to understand, influence & convince.
• Computer tools at user level (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, ACAD, SAP, Autocad, E-Plan, Visio programs in Windows environment). E-Plan and ETAP desirable.
• Able to work under pressure with tight schedules.
• Able to take decisions in complex context based on imperfect/missing conditions.
• English fluency is a must (C1 demonstrable). Portuguese mandatory. Spanish desirable.

What will you get?

• With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.
• We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.
• Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.
• Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.
• Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).
• We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.
• With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy virtual medical care and 24/7 psychological support, as well as access to nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!
• From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with AJ by Gympass so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.
• Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.
• With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.
• We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.
• We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.
• You will have life insurance for your protection.
• We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.
• As part of our #SEGreatPeople, you will have access to an online store of Schneider Electric products with exclusive prices and super discounts.
• With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.
• Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.

Why Schneider Electric?

As a proudly people focused company, you will find a dynamic and personal environment, and attractive development opportunities. Our flexible work models ensure a balance between family and work life, fostering personal growth, performance, and cooperation. We continuously create an inclusive, respectful, and cooperative environment because together, we dare to innovate and bring our bold ideas to life. Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

Disclaimer

We are always searching for exceptional people, passionate about customers, who break molds and think disruptively. If you are motivated by constant learning, we definitely want to meet you! Best of all? In our inclusive environment, we firmly believe that diversity is a source of strength and creativity. Here, authenticity is a superpower! We are committed to creating a workplace where every voice is heard.

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