Bid Manager

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We are looking for a Bid Manager for our Kingston, ON facility Your Role Plan, develop, implement and manage all activities of proposal preparation and submission, including proposal strategies and the formulation of contract documents.

Your Challenges

Responsible for the planning, development, undertaking and management of all activities related to proposal/bid, pre-qualification and expression of interest preparation and submission for specific bids and pre-bid documents within the Americas Region and, from time-to-time, within the other two Regions for the Systems Division as needed. Work closely with the individuals responsible for Sales, Marketing, Project Management, Cost Engineering and Product Planning, from Systems, other divisions, and external partners, as they relate to projects for which proposals are being prepared; Ensure cost effective internal and external product selection, technical support and Proposal, Pre-qualification and Expression of Interest preparation, in response to customers' solicitations and requirements, within the time available and agreed proposal budget. Where required, assist with the preparation and/or review of White Books and Blue Books; Responsible for managing and controlling the bid budget on specific proposals under management and obtain Systems senior management approval for any extensions of time, resources or additional funds to meet the proposal objectives and submission; Participate, from time-to-time and as appropriate within the guidelines and schedules for priorities on Systems bids, in Bid Enhancement Task Forces, Lessons Learned Teams and other Systems Division-wide bodies for the purpose of improving our bid processes, cost control and effectiveness; When required, participate with Systems Business Development and Marketing staff to assist with Pre-bid activities designed to strengthen our Company and/or product positioning for upcoming Systems bids. Your Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering and/or in Business Administration or equivalent; Minimum of 5 years in Engineering, Business Development and/or related experience; Experience with Bid/proposal would be considered as a strong asset; Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); Ability to work in a large multi-disciplined team and work long hours for sustained periods of time, frequently in off-shore locations; Excellent communication skills in English (written and oral); Additional languages, both written and spoken (French, Spanish, Portuguese) would be considered as an asset. Additional information: This position requires travelling to foreign locations from time-to-time, especially when projects and partners are located overseas. You are achievement oriented and have excellent communication skills? You are well known for your team leadership skills? Do you recognize yourself in this description? If so, this position could be the beginning of your progressive career with us. Apply now and join Bombardier's worldwide team!

Why Work for Us? Everywhere we operate, we reward effort and initiative. You are encouraged to ask questions and empowered to make decisions. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create a stimulating and open workplace which fosters teamwork, fairness, respect and diversity. We are helping create a better world. ECO4 - the formula for energy-saving performance. By making a difference today, we are helping create a better world for future generations. Having pioneered the philosophy of "The Climate is Right for Trains", we demonstrate this rationale by offering vehicles with practically zero emissions that are almost fully recyclable.

Bombardier Transportation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.

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