Bid and Commercial Project Manager (m/f/*)

What are my responsibilities?

We are looking for a Bid and Commercial Manager to join our SM BA CPM (Commercial Project Management Coordination) department and take on the following responsibilities:

• Independent and autonomous development of commercial sales strategies in collaboration with our technical teams, as well as commercial project execution of contract(s).
• Preparation of winning strategies, including competitor analysis, from initiation until closure.
• Preparation, including calculation, of the commercial bids as well as negotiation with the customer.
• Contract management, including contract negotiation with customers, suppliers and other contractual partners.
• Building and promoting strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs.
• Close cooperation with our team in India, identification of business opportunities and driving business model innovations.
• Commercial execution of the projects, incl. change order and claim management.
• Risk and opportunity management in collaboration with the technical project manager and the project team, as well as quality assurance during project execution.
• Project reporting in project reviews, project status meetings and/or consortium meetings to internal and external parties.
• Coordination and collaboration in a multi-location and cross-cultural project environment.
• Handling of all commercial/financial issues for the project(s), supported by the respective functional departments.

What do I need to qualify for this job?

• University or polytechnic degree in Business Administration, Business Administration and Engineering, or equivalent commercial training with relevant professional experience (economics, industrial engineering and management, business law or similar)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Sales and/or Project Management or in a comparable commercial function is preferred
• Interest in and intercultural understanding of different cultures as well as process know-how in the iron and steel industry are preferred
• Professional fluency in German and English, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of another foreign language is an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office applications; SAP and SAP BW knowledge preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Cross-divisional and analytical thinking
• Intercultural experience and proficiency in cooperation and negotiation with international customers and suppliers preferred
• Mobility and willingness to travel internationally required (20 - 30%)

On a personal level, you convince us with your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and your ability to build relationships and work well within diverse international teams. Your independent and structured approach to your work, combined with your analytical skills, allows you to develop inspiring business solutions that support the company.

What else do I need to know?

The minimum annual gross salary for this position under the collective agreement and assuming that all requirements are met is EUR 53.241,02 (F/00) bzw. EUR 62.243,30 (G/00). This could rise considerably, depending on qualifications and experience. Our Pioneers at Heart receive ongoing training in a wide range of areas through the “Metals Academy”. In addition, we offer further benefits: From flexible working hours and home office options to free parking and discounted lunch menus. We also offer a voluntary sixth week of holiday from the age of 50.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in this challenging and exciting position within an international environment, then submit your application online now: