Tender Manager

Job Description

Opportunity

At Maersk, we are on a revolutionary journey to simplify global trade, which will give us the chance to offer a major impact on the world economy, and on your career. At Maersk we want to be a true integrator of container logistics connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chain through global end-to-end solutions. We count on our diverse people to make it happen.

We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

What We Offer

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and high paced environment. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized and well rewarded.
You will work with amazing and diverse colleagues with a deep sense of commitment to live Our Values and together, go all the way for our customers, society and for each other.

Job Description:

As our Tender Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving business growth by leading the end-to-end tender process for new and existing clients. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally to develop compelling, commercially sound proposals that align with client needs and our operational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of high-quality tenders and RFQs.

• Analyse tender documents and client requirements to develop winning strategies.

• Work closely with operations, finance, legal, and sales teams to gather input and ensure alignment.

• Produce written content to convey the Maersk value proposition.

• Manage timelines and ensure all submissions meet deadlines and compliance standards.

• Conduct post-tender reviews and support contract negotiations where required.

• Maintain a database of tender outcomes and continuously improve the bid process.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in tender/bid management within the logistics or supply chain sector.

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract logistics operations.

• Excellent project management and organisational skills.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Proficiency in MS Office and tender management tools.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

THIS ROLE CAN BE HOME-BASED in the UK, Ideally within a 1-hour drive to one of our sites.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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