Proposal Leader

Rockwell Automation; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a Proposal Manager in Katowice, Poland. This role involves managing the complete proposal process for industrial automation services, collaborating with various teams to meet customer needs. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in field-based engineering or proposal management and be fluent in both English and Polish. The position offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to grow in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Volunteer Paid Time off

Company volunteer and donation matching program

On-demand digital course library

Comprehensive mindfulness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Personalized wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a relevant industrial automation role.
• Proficient in communication in both English and Polish.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete proposal process from initial customer contact.
• Prepare bids for industrial automation and operational services.
• Validate technical solutions and ensure compliance.

Skills

Field-based Engineering

Proposal Management

Fluent in English

Fluent in Polish

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life‑saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility -our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how thework we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Rockwell Automation LifecycleIQ™ Services bring together industry, technology, operational and application expertise to promote safe, secure and reliable manufacturing. We offer a full range of industrial automation services to support a customer’s manufacturing plant or facility throughout its lifecycle.

Our Solutions and Services businesses are collaborating to help customers implement solutions that answer their goals, so that they can improve their products, services and enterprise. Whether they need an assessment, implementation support or long‑term maintenance, our team can help in all phases of the enterprise lifecycle – from innovate, design, operate and maintain.

You will report to the Proposal Manager.

You will work hybrid in Warsaw, Poland.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage the complete proposal process from initial customer contact through contract signing and handover to delivery teams.
• Prepare bids for industrial automation and operational services, including machine upgrades, migrations, operational networks, infrastructure, security, asset management contracts, repairs, training and related services.
• Validate and endorse technical solutions for industrial automation and operational services, ensuring agreement on customer requirements and company standards.
• Analyze project inputs to develop accurate estimates for time, cost, materials and labor.
• Collaborate with customers, Sales teams, and Field Engineers/Consultants to define functional requirements and provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.
• Understand customer application needs and create conceptual designs for Rockwell Automation solutions, including Field Engineering Projects.
• Prepare technical and commercial quotations that comply with internal policies, financial goals and customer requirements.
• Promote the full portfolio of Rockwell Automation offerings by identifying opportunities to expand the scope of services.
• Provide regular status updates to Sales Account Managers, Department Leads and Management.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System and company policies, including delegation authority.
• Stay current with advancements in industrial automation and IT/OT solutions, demonstrating stay up to date with industry trends and adapt.
• Address complex commercial and technical challenges at local and regional levels.
• Lead activities of others to achieve project goals.

The Essentials - You Will Have

• 1+ years of experience in either Field‑based Engineering role or previous Proposal Experience in an Industrial Automation environment.
• Fluent in English and Polish (verbal and written).

The Preferred - You Might Also Have

• Experience in work with internal and external customers.
• Broad automation background.

What We Offer

Our benefits package includes …

• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
• Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation
• On‑demand digital course library for professional development
• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program

... and other local benefits!

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.