Singapore - Bid Manager

Who are Inchcape?

At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world, in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean.

Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 240 proprietary offices, across 60 countries and a team of more than 2,500 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organizations.

We have an ambitious growth model and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.

Business Need / Purpose of Role

Working in a matrix structure and as a member of the Commercial team, the Bid Centre Manager is responsible for leading and creating Bid and Tender responses. They will provide oversight of Bid Activity, and where required co-ordinate Bid creation and publication.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Vice President Sales Excellence in driving performance of a global or complex / integrated sales team.
• Contribute to building the relevant sales excellence program as the platform for year on year net revenue growth.

Bid Centre Management

• Lead the process of Bid, Qualification, Due Diligence creation, coordinating responses and ensuring timely submission.
• Deliver Bid Process Readiness and create supporting documentation.
• Manage a Win/Loss process to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective document retention and storage.

Reporting

• Contribute to Commercial Team calls and communication to build collaboration.
• Contribute to a data driven sales platform to drive a self-service culture.
• Regular reporting as required by the business.

Collaboration

• Regular and comprehensive two-way communications across Commercial, Finance, Operations and other Inchcape business groups, ensuring clear messaging and facilitation across communication channels.
• Partner with Commercial colleagues to enhance and strengthen a world class sales culture.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bid Management best practice.
• Port Agency and Marine Services global - desirable.
• Commercial activities and customer requirements.
• Customer relationship management.
• Organizational skills.
• Presenting skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Prioritization skills.
• Delegation skills.

Education & Experience

• Bid Management of complex deals.
• Contract formation and negotiation.
• Customer engagement and management.
• Working in complex international organisations.
• Team collaboration.
• Project Management qualification – desirable.
• MBA, Bachelors or Master’s Degree or similar or equivalent work experience - desirable.

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high performing workforce, that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people, their welfare, training, and expertise. We realize the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills, and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the center of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:

Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture.

The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.

In return, we will offer you:

A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. Globally as a minimum you will receive:

• Life assurance.
• Healthcare.
• Competitive salary.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Values Award celebration events.
• Team building days.

Plus, much more!

Inchcape Shipping Services is looking for people who are willing to think about the future...and think big. We're looking for people who are ready to take on the most significant challenges of their careers.

If you think that you have the right skills, knowledge, and attitude to join our team, then we invite you to apply to this advert!

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Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.

Inchcape is an Equal Opportunity Employer and equality; diversity and inclusion are at the center of everything we do. We recognize that our customers, colleagues, contractors, and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.

Only applications submitted through the ISS Careers website will be acknowledged.

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