Bid Manager: Spectrum Dominance

HENSOLDT; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Bid Manager to oversee the bid lifecycle and ensure compliant submissions. The successful candidate will have a strong background in bid management, excellent communication skills, and experience in the defense industry. Opportunities for professional development in a diverse and inclusive workplace are available. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive corporate culture

Diversity and equity focus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience in bid/tender management or related field.
• Proven track record in managing complex bids/tenders in a technical or defence industry environment.
• Familiarity with legal, compliance, and export control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full bid lifecycle from qualification to submission and contract award.
• Develop winning strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Prepare delivery plans and cost/resource estimates.

Skills

Advanced bid and tender process management

Strong financial and commercial acumen

Project scheduling and planning

Excellent stakeholder communication

Proficient in Excel and ERP systems

Education

B.Com Business Administration or similar

Project Management Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

SAP

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Bid Manager to lead strategic sales and tender campaigns within our Programmes environment. You will manage the full bid lifecycle from the initial Request for Proposal (RFP) through to contract signature, ensuring competitive, compliant, and winning submissions. Operating within the HENSOLDT GEW governance framework, you will drive the "Win the Contract" process, aligning bids with customer requirements and strategic business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Com Business Administration / Business Administration Degree / B.Com Marketing Manager / B.Eng or BSc Degree / Project Management Qualification (where supplemented by technical / commercial experience)
• Proven track record in managing complex bids/tenders in a technical or defence industry environment.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience in bid/tender management or a related field.
  
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Advanced bid and tender process management.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen (cost modelling, risk assessment).
• Project scheduling, implementation planning, and profitability analysis.
• Proposal preparation and document coordination.
• Risk and opportunity management.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, cash flow models), MS Project, SharePoint, ERP (Qmuzik, SAP) & CRM systems.
• Familiarity with legal, compliance, and export control requirements in contracting environments.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full bid lifecycle from qualification to submission and contract award.
• Develop winning strategies in collaboration with Sales, Engineering, and Executive stakeholders.
• Interpret and translate complex customer requirements into compliant, value-adding solutions.
• Prepare delivery plans, cost/resource estimates, risk registers, and business case documentation.
• Ensure governance compliance and facilitate tender phase reviews (GO/NO GO, BID/NO BID, RELEASE).
• Develop and review project cost estimates, pricing models, and profitability assessments.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to finalise commercial offers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for bid-related customer communication.
• Support post-submission debriefs, lessons learned, and contract handover processes.
  
  

Why Join Us?

Join our forward-thinking and collaborative team where your skills and knowledge will shape the future of engineering solutions. As a Systems Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of delivering innovative, complex systems to clients while playing a pivotal role in managing high-profile projects. We offer a stimulating work environment, ample opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to fostering continuous innovation. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you

What We Offer:

HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Application Deadline: 20 August 2025

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers Page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

In case you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Recruiting Team:[e-mail]

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