Bid Manager

Safran S.A.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Safran S.A. in Gainesville, Texas is seeking a Bid Manager to contribute to projects in the aerospace sector. The role involves ensuring data accuracy in Salesforce, participating in bid reviews, and ensuring customer requirements are met in proposals.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience along with at least 5 years in the aerospace industry. The position offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including 401K plans and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in aerospace industry or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with compliance regulations and proposal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure input data is updated and integrated in Salesforce CRM.
• Participate in Bid-No bid reviews and Pre-Submission Offer Review.
• Coordinate Product Support and Legal activities for RFP responses.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

Project coordination

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Understanding of the Prompt process

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Bid Manager, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• Ensure input data is up to date and integrated in the Salesforce CRM with the support of the Marketing department.
• Participate in Bid-No bid reviews, Pre-Submission Offer Review, and Prompt milestone transitions (SO to S2).
• Communicate expected response level and timeline objectives to contributors.
• Ensure customer requirements are considered (offer consistency: product definition, quality and performance, additional services, timeline, cost, weight, etc.).
• Coordinate activities related to Product Support and Legal aspects in the context of RFP responses.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid holidays
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Over 300 career paths across global sites

Highlights from our facility:Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top‑note aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know‑how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Join Safran Seats, where you can look to the skies and say “we did that.” At Safran Seats, we value service‑oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Engineering or 6 years related and equivalent experience.
• 5 years experience in aerospace industry or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Know and apply the requirements of the Prompt process, especially phases S0 to S3.
• Ensure consistency between the input from different contributors and Commercial's requirements for client proposals.
• Ensure compliance with regulations based on compliance matrices prepared by PLM and the Architect.

Attributes:

• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email Jeff Guin or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Relocation assistance offered for this position.