Tender Manager

Nigel Wright Group; Oslo fylke; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Essity in Oslo is seeking a skilled Tender Manager to lead end-to-end tender and contract management for Norway. You will drive governance, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure high commercial standards.

You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other internal stakeholders, monitor tender publications, maintain contract documentation, and uphold corporate compliance while improving tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in tender processes, public procurement, contract management, or similar commercial roles.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including Excel.
• Fluency in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tender and contract management for Norway.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely tender submissions.
• Monitor tender publications via relevant subscription platforms.
• Maintain and update customer-specific contract documentation, including Tender Calendars and Tender & Activity logs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards and internal governance processes.
• Develop and improve tools, systems, and procedures related to tender and contract management.
• Delegate tasks effectively and follow up on progress.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration aligned with company priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Norwegian language

English language

Education

Relevant university degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Tender Manager

We are offering an exciting and challenging opportunity for you who want to contribute with your expertise, energy and creativity.

About the Role

As a Tender Manager, you will lead and coordinate the full tender and contract lifecycle. This includes preparation, documentation, submission, follow up, and governance, ensuring high commercial standards and compliance. This position also includes ongoing customer interaction and collaboration across the entire tender and contract process.

This position is based in Oslo, Norway and reports to the Commercial Director.

What You Will Do

• Lead and coordinate the end to end tender and contract management process for Norway.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely tender submissions.
• Monitor and manage tender publications via relevant subscription platforms.
• Maintain and update customer specific contract documentation, including Tender Calendars and Tender & Activity logs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards and internal governance processes.
• Develop and improve tools, systems, and procedures related to tender and contract management.
• Delegate tasks effectively and follow up on progress.
• Foster strong cross functional collaboration aligned with company priorities.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills and the ability to lead and coordinate work across projects and stakeholders. You communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and combine attention to detail with a broader perspective. With solid project management and problem solving skills, you are comfortable handling multiple priorities, driving continuous improvement, and working both independently and as part of a team.

• A relevant university degree
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in tender processes, public procurement, contract management, or similar commercial roles involving complex agreements.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including Excel.
• Fluency in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

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