Apac Rac Tender Manager

Do you dream of working in a company that is driven by a meaningful purpose? An inclusive company that empowers you to do your best and be innovative?

We are looking for APAC RAC - Tender Manager to make a difference!

At Schneider Electric, we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to do more with less, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment. We provide energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability.

What you will do:

This position is accountable for preparing quotations for customer projects by utilizing advanced and technical expertise on large, complex projects. Analyse complex/multi technology RFQs (Request For Quotation) with ability to draft amendments during Influence phase. Coordinate bid strategy with sales representatives. Interpret complex customer requirements and offer solutions that maximize profitability and add value for the customer. Work with sales to create custom scopes of work to meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and lead Project Handing Over to execution team.
• Monitor and review the performance of tendering process through preassigned KPIs Monitor margin deviation (vs. Validated).
• Submit offer complete and on time with no rejection for administrative reasons.
• Prepare for and drive Tender review including P&L summary, Risks & Opportunity analysis, cash flow etc., capture comments from authorized Approvers/SMEs and amend offer accordingly.
• Reviews customer specifications/drawings to ensure quote is technically compliant and competitive.
• Initiate tender approval workflow and obtain approvals as per correct DoA.
• Demonstrate (or acquire) extensive knowledge of SE products, equipment and solutions.
• Define tender internal strategy and lead tender team (potentially remote & international) of SMEs (logistic, technical, purchasing, site works, Contract....)
• Communicates to group, importance of using new tools and technology to improve efficiency.
• Master all aspects of the offer: technical proposal, purchasing, all contractual aspects, control risks, commercial environment, cash flow etc.
• May under delegation of Sales Manager take over Opportunity Leader role. Can be in a customer facing role.
• Determines current and future customer needs and provides quotation for optimum delivery based on plant capacity and customer requirements
• Communicates with customer and consultant to determine project requirements.
• Understand, analyze, document and compare contractual, technical and commercial terms and conditions relative to the company standard terms and achieve internal alignment with Subject Matter Experts.
• Serves as peer expert for proposal questions including complex technical issues and bid strategies
• Lead Review Before Signing (in case of availability of draft contract) and reassess As sold margin.
• Prepare on time the commercial offer optimizing the costs, minimizing the risks and meeting customer expectation to overtake competition.
• Follow up on outstanding quotation to secure orders, improve quotation process and measure effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Schneider Electric MV-LV-Automation solutions to be able to drive optimizations and provide cost effective solution.
• 10+ years of experience in bid/proposal position across APAC region on Oil & Gas, Utilities, Datacenter and Transport market segments
• Bachelor degree in Engineering (Electrical/ Electronics)
• Ability to be customer facing with excellent communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team oriented and results driven.

We are looking forward to welcoming you in our team!

Schedule: Full-time

Req: 008JRP