Tender Manager

As a Tender Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire tendering process within the organization. This involves managing the bid lifecycle, ensuring compliance with tender specifications, and collaborating with various departments to prepare comprehensive bid proposals. You will analyze tender specifications and customer requirements to develop compliant and competitive bids, coordinating technical, commercial, and administrative inputs from cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate tender responses.

Other tasks & responsibilities:

• Oversee the tender process from review to submission, ensuring compliance with all requirements and standards.

• Develop and implement tender strategies, conduct market analysis, and collaborate with management to refine bid strategies.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of procurement regulations and conduct quality checks on tender documents.

• Act as a central contact for stakeholders, represent the organization in negotiations, and collaborate with finance on pricing strategies.

• Analyze tender outcomes, provide recommendations for improvement, and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders.

• Provide regular updates and reports on tender performance and market insights to management.

The ideal candidate for the Tender Manager position is someone who thrives in dynamic environments and possesses a keen analytical mind. You should be detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills that allow you to manage multiple projects seamlessly. We are looking for a proactive individual who excels in communication and collaboration, working effectively with cross-functional teams and engaging with external stakeholders. As a strategic thinker, you are driven to develop innovative solutions and strategies that enhance bid competitiveness. Your resilience and ability to perform under pressure will be key, as you navigate tight deadlines and high-stakes negotiations. If you are passionate about building strong relationships and have a keen understanding of market dynamics, this role offers an exciting opportunity to drive organizational growth and make a significant impact in the life sciences sector.

For us, it is important that you contribute to a healthy culture characterized by humility, helpfulness, respect, a strong sense of personal ownership, and always with a clear focus on the patient and healthcare professionals. We place great emphasis on personal qualities and how you can contribute to our team!

Other qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field

• Proven experience in tender management within the life sciences or healthcare sector

• Knowledge of market dynamics and regulatory frameworks in the life sciences industry

• Experience in client negotiations and contract management

• Familiarity with digital tools for tender tracking, analysis, and submission

• Fluent in Finnish and English

For more information about the position, you can contact Compass HR Group’s consultants, Nina Laszlo-Bäckström +358 10 320 2441 nina.laszlo-backstrom@compasshrg.fi or Hanne Vahvanen + 358 10 320 2424 hanne.vahvanen@compasshrg.fi.