Strategic Bid Operations & Business Development

jll; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Riyadh is seeking a Projects Tendering & Business Development Officer to oversee procurement platforms, manage end-to-end bid operations, and support tendering and BD efforts. The role requires handling ETIMAD/ARIBA/Oracle platforms, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with finance and legal teams.

The candidate should have 2–3 years of experience in bid operations and procurement, be highly organized, and capable of meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. On-site in Riyadh.

Qualifications

• Experience in bid operations, bid management, procurement, and a strong understanding of project tendering processes.
• Familiarity with procurement platforms, particularly knowledge of ETIMAD system is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with vendors, internal teams, and clients.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance with tender requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in bid operations, procurement, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement platforms including ETIMAD, ARIBA, ORACLE, and all other similar platforms & portals.
• Handle pre-qualification requirements, documentation, licenses, and dates, ensuring compliance with vendor requirements and maintaining effective communication.
• Search for and identify available tenders that are relevant to JLL's scope of work and support business development efforts.
• Download and communicate Request for Proposals (RFPs) to relevant teams and coordinate the purchase of RFPs as required.
• Manage bid lines and timeframes related to tender processes, ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
• Collaborate with finance and legal teams to gather and submit bid-essential information for tender communication.
• Submit all queries and download and communicate responses from clients during the tender process.
• Prepare and submit all proposals required in dual language, as specified in the tender documents.
• Ensure timely submission of Best and Final Offer (BAFO) and Last and Final Offer (LAFO) documents when required.
• Maintain a tracker to record bid submission data, analyze success rates, and track Letters of Feedback (LOFs) or Notices of Award (NOAs).
• Support business development activities by assisting in the identification and assessment of potential projects, preparing tender documentation, and participating in client presentations as required.
• Assist with payment processes by submitting completion certificates and invoices as required.

Skills

Bid operations

Bid management

Procurement

Tendering processes

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Tools

ETIMAD

MS Office

Job description

JLL in Riyadh is seeking a Projects Tendering & Business Development Officer to oversee procurement platforms, manage end-to-end bid operations, and support tendering and BD efforts. The role requires handling ETIMAD/ARIBA/Oracle platforms, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with finance and legal teams.

The candidate should have 2–3 years of experience in bid operations and procurement, be highly organized, and capable of meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. On-site in Riyadh.