Bid Manager

Req ID:495423 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Bid Manager in Stockholm we’re looking for?

Your future role
Take on a new challenge to align your international project, where expertise meets strategic business acumen in a dynamic, global growth market. At Alstom, you’ll collaborate with passionate and forward-thinking colleagues who share your drive for excellence.

As Bid Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping and evolving our business strategy and service solutions. Working closely with a dedicated tender team, your mission is to increase our order intake by building and strengthening trust with both existing and new customers. In your daily work, you’ll engage with Alstom’s global network to deliver successful tender projects.

You’ll be at the heart of a culture that values reliability and partnership—ensuring we deliver on our promises, both internally and externally. You will champion Operational Excellence, inspiring teams to continuously improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability across all processes. Your leadership will foster a culture of innovation and ongoing improvement, where every step forward creates greater value for our customers and employees. Join us and make a lasting impact—where your expertise drives progress, and your ambition shapes the future of mobility.

We expect you to

• Coordinate internal activities to identify and understand customer needs.
  Play a crucial role in gathering and analysing customer requirements, forming the foundation for successful bids.
• Define and implement the bid operational strategy based on commercial and technical requirements
• Responsible for analysing requests for proposal (RFP), developing the operational strategy, and ensuring the offer is competitive.
• Lead and motivate the bid team throughout the process
  Build and manage the team, collaborate closely with the Tender Leader and other key stakeholders to deliver a strong bid.
• Identify, analyze, and manage risks and opportunities, and optimize QCDP(Quality Cost Delivery Performance)  factors to maximize business value.
• Make sure all activities adhere to Alstom’s internal guidelines, Code of Ethics & Compliance, EHS, Railway Safety, and quality standards.

About you

We value passion and attitude more than experience. Therefore, we don't expect you to have all the skills, but we have listed a few that we think will help you succeed and develop in the role:

• Master’s degree in engineering or economics demonstrates a strong academic foundation relevant to the role.
• Experience in the railway industry or similar, or in project engineering which brings deep industry knowledge and practical expertise to complex bids.
• Background in project/bid management, especially in bid writing, financial, planning and risk aspects
• Skilled at building and maintaining professional relationships, communicating effectively, and negotiating with customers and partners.
• Fluency in English and Swedish ensuring effective communication both internally and externally in an international environment.

What you'll enjoy
Join us on a lifelong journey – the railway industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You also get:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and helpful colleagues
• Contributing to innovative projects
• Benefit from our inclusive and flexible work environment
• Steer your career in the direction you want, across functions and countries
• Access our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Develop towards senior positions or other growth opportunities within Alstom

Receive a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, as well as comprehensive and competitive social benefits (life, healthcare, pension)

You don't have to be a train enthusiast to enjoy working with us. We guarantee that when you step on one of our trains with friends or family, you will be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.