Tendering Manager

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Tendering Manager on a 6 month contract based in Midlands.

Role Summary

The Tendering Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the preparation, submission, and tracking of tender responses and quotations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret contract documentation.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, customers, and stakeholders to ensure accurate and competitive tender submissions while maintaining high standards of compliance and customer service.

• Manage the full tendering lifecycle including RFQs (Request for Quotation), proposals, and contract submissions.
• Review and interpret tender documentation to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Coordinate tender responses across multiple departments.
• Prepare and submit accurate quotations using internal systems.
• Ensure deadlines for tender submissions are met.

Contract Review

• Review and understand contract terms, conditions, and commercial requirements.
• Identify risks and escalate where necessary.
• Support negotiation and clarification of contractual obligations.

Systems & Tools

• Use business systems to prepare and track quotations and tenders.
• Work with:
  • SAP for quotation management.
  • Salesforce for RFQ tracking and customer interaction.
• Maintain accurate data records across tender management systems.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with sales, finance, legal, and operations teams.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support customer queries and provide timely responses.

Reporting & Analysis

• Use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools to:
  • Analyse tender data
  • Prepare reports
  • Track tender outcomes and performance metrics.

Requirements:

Essential

• Previous experience working in tendering, bids, proposals, or contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of contract documentation and commercial terms.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work with multiple systems simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience managing RFQs and quotations.

Desirable

• Experience using SAP for quotation management.
• Experience using Salesforce for RFQ tracking.
• Experience working in a customer-facing or commercial environment.
• Exposure to contract negotiation processes.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!