Bid Manager

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Bid Manager (Remote)

Full time, United States

The Bid Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering accurate bid responses and maintaining BCD Travel’s company-wide database of proposal-relevant information. This position collaborates with the team to complete each bid project following the client’s RFP requirements, sales teams’ value proposition, and BCD Travel’s global tenants. The Bid Manager focuses on validating each response – ensuring the most up-to-date, accurate, and highest quality of content is provided. This role collaborates with all subject matter experts across our network. Strong communication, organization, and IT skills are required. Furthermore, this individual should be a team player, proactive, and creative.

As a Bid Manager, you will

• Assess incoming RFPs, RFIs, clarification requests, and other projects, and build project plans based on requirements
• Establish and manage timelines and deliverables
• Finalize the proposal and supporting documents in alignment with established deadlines and delivery methods 
• Post all final proposal submissions to designated areas for appropriate sharing, filing, and archiving
• Establish and maintain rapport with all bid teams, holding direct contact with the Project Manager
• Set priorities, manage time, and manage team workload effectively

About you

• Prior experience with proposal writing, journalism, or marketing within a business environment 
• Knowledge of the travel industry
• Strong communication skills in English: oral, written and presentation
• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Salesforce
• Computer literate in business software applications, such as proposal writing software and online sourcing tools (Ariba)
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

About us
We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel.

Your life at BCD

Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD.

 You’ll be offered

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
• Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
• A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
• Travel industry professional perks and discounts
• An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated

At BCD Travel, we value you; you define our culture and success. We carefully consider various compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Bid Manager is between $67,000 and $90,000. The pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 

Ready to join the journey? Apply now!

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at careers@bcdtravel.com.

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