Tender & Business Development Executive (1 Year Contract)

DHL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Singapore is looking for a highly motivated Tender & Business Development Executive. This role involves managing the entire tendering process and driving business development initiatives. Responsibilities include leading tender management, collaborating with internal teams, and building relationships with external partners to identify new business opportunities. Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in tender management, business development, or bid coordination.
• Strong understanding of procurement procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tender management process including document preparation and bid submission.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information for tender strategies.
• Build and nurture relationships with external partners to uncover new business leads.

Skills

Tender management

Business development

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Law, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overall Role Purpose:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Tender & Business Development Executive to oversee and manage the entire tendering process while driving business development initiatives. This role requires strong coordination skills, as you will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Sales, Legal, Finance, Operations, HR, IT, and Customer Service teams, to ensure compliance and timely submission of tenders. Additionally, you will support lead generation, build relationships with external partners, and identify new business opportunities to drive overall company growth.

Your Tasks

• Lead the end-to-end tender management process, including document preparation, bid submission, and post-tender follow-ups, and debriefing sessions to identify areas for improvement.
• Review contracts, NDAs, and agreements to mitigate risks, ensure alignment with company objectives, and identify opportunities for value addition.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Legal, Finance, Operations, etc.) to gather necessary information, secure approvals, and align on tender strategies for submission.
• Maintain a centralized database of tender documents, agreements, contracts, and performance metrics to streamline future submissions and improve tracking.
• Continuously improve tendering and business development processes by implementing best practices and efficiency measures.
• Drive lead generation efforts by proactively identifying potential opportunities through market research, industry events, and networking activities.
• Build and nurture relationships with external partners, including government agencies, chambers of commerce, embassies, and other companies, to uncover new business leads and create mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Conduct market analysis to assess industry trends, competitor strategies, and customer needs, ensuring the company remains ahead in identifying high-potential leads.

What You Bring:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in tender management, business development, bid coordination, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of procurement procedures, regulatory compliance, and contractual obligations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with external partners, such as government agencies, chambers of commerce, or embassies, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Words, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong in both written and spoken English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Law, Marketing, or a related field.