Do you have a strategic mindset, strong business acumen, and a deep understanding of public sector procurement? Are you experienced in managing complex bid processes, building international partnerships, and navigating competitive, high-stakes environments with confidence and precision?
ALTEN is looking for a Bid Manager to lead strategic tendering activities in the IT sector for EU institutions.
In this role, you will support the selection of relevant tenders, define and implement bidding strategies, and coordinate the end-to-end process for large-scale projects. You will manage proposal preparation with internal teams and external partners, review key technical content, monitor progress via KPIs, and report directly to the Director of EU Institutions management.
We’re looking for someone with strong expertise in strategic planning, project and proposal management, deep knowledge of the IT sector, and experience working in an international environment. A detail-oriented, results-driven approach and familiarity with EU procurement standards are essential.
What will you be doing?
Reporting to the Director of EU Institutions and the Development Director for IT Enterprise Services, you will:
* Identify and assess suitable IT services tenders from EU Institutions
* Define optimal bidding strategies per opportunity
* Create and implement structured bid plans
* Coordinate the full bidding process for large tenders
* Lead the preparation of technical proposals with internal and external stakeholders
* Review and refine key technical content
* Track and report KPIs to monitor bid progress and success
* Provide regular updates and insights to senior management
Your profile:
* 15+ years of experience in the IT sector
* 5+ years of experience managing tenders with EU institutions
* Proven track record of successfully delivering large EU tenders with international partners and consortia
* Excellent communication, planning, and proposal management skills
* Professional level of English (spoken and written)
* Experience working in an international environment
* Familiarity with EU procurement standards
* Strong attention to detail and results-driven mindset
Why Join us?
Be part of a fast-paced, international team working on strategic public sector projects across Europe. Collaborate with seasoned professionals in the EU tendering space and play a key role in driving digital transformation across institutions.
This is a permanent position with a remote work setup, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere while staying fully engaged with our international stakeholders. You'll operate in a collaborative, multicultural environment, building connections with partners and clients across the EU.
Ready for your next professional challenge in a dynamic international setting? Take the leap and help us deliver cutting-edge IT solutions to EU institutions.