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Tender Engineer

1 month ago Entroncamento, Portugal

Join us as a Senior Associate in Tender Management and drive business growth through strategic bid leadership. You'll lead the full tendering lifecycle, from analyzing customer requirements to crafting compelling proposals that win. This role offers high visibility and the chance to make a real commercial impact.

What will you do?

  • Manage complete tendering processes for Capex and Opex opportunities, ensuring timely and compliant submissions
  • Analyze requests for quotation and develop accurate cost estimates using proven methodologies
  • Define winning strategies by interpreting complex customer requirements and competitive landscapes
  • Prepare comprehensive offer documentation that maximizes profitability while delivering customer value

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What are the key skills we are looking for?
  • Project Scheduling - intermediate level; coordinating tender timelines and deliverables across multiple stakeholders
  • Business Acumen - developing level; understanding market dynamics to position competitive offers
  • Contract Management - developing level; ensuring proposals align with legal and commercial frameworks
  • Pricing Strategy - developing level; structuring cost models that balance competitiveness with profitability
  • Risk Management - developing level; identifying and mitigating commercial risks in tender submissions
  • Communication - developing level; articulating complex technical solutions to diverse audiences
  • Customer Orientation - developing level; translating customer needs into tailored tender responses
  • Collaboration - developing level; partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive proposals

What qualifications will make you successful?
  • Strategic thinking with ability to craft winning approaches for complex commercial opportunities
  • Strong analytical skills to assess requirements and develop optimal, profitable solutions
  • Resilience and flexibility when juggling multiple tenders under pressure
  • Continuous learning mindset with eagerness to grow your commercial expertise

What's in it for me?
  • Visible role where your contributions directly impact revenue and business success
  • Exposure to diverse tender types and industries that broaden your commercial expertise
  • Collaborative culture with access to experienced professionals and leadership
  • Investment in your professional growth through training and development opportunities

Ready to lead tenders that win? Apply today and join our team!

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Client-provided location(s): Entroncamento, Portugal
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-117175
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-25T18:51:43

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion