Tender Manager

Damco Spain SL; Derby; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Tender Manager based in the UK. The successful candidate will lead the tender process, analyze client requirements, and collaborate with various teams to enhance tender submissions. Ideal applicants have proven experience in bid management within logistics and strong communication abilities. This role can be home-based, with flexibility to travel to company sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tender/bid management within logistics or supply chain.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract logistics.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of tenders and RFQs.
• Produce written content to convey the company's value proposition.
• Manage timelines to ensure submissions meet deadlines and compliance.

Skills

Tender management

Project management

Commercial acumen

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Tender management tools

Job description

Overview

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of high-quality tenders and RFQs.
• Analyse tender documents and client requirements to develop winning strategies.
• Work closely with operations, finance, legal, and sales teams to gather input and ensure alignment.
• Produce written content to convey the Maersk value proposition.
• Manage timelines and ensure all submissions meet deadlines and compliance standards.
• Conduct post-tender reviews and support contract negotiations where required.
• Maintain a database of tender outcomes and continuously improve the bid process.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in tender/bid management within the logistics or supply chain sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract logistics operations.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and tender management tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

THIS ROLE CAN BE HOME-BASED in the UK, Ideally within a 1-hour drive to one of our sites.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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