Bid Development Manager

Bid Development Manager

Maryville, TN

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As a Bid Development Manager, you’ll lead the bid process, from opportunity identification to proposal submission. This includes ensuring the timely submission of high-quality proposals that meet client requirements, managing the bid budget and resources effectively and establishing compliance with all RPF requirements and guidelines. The bid manager will also uphold an understanding of market trends and competitor activity to inform bid strategy.


 

What you’ll do:

• Manages the RFP process from development of the strategy through contract negotiation for all long-term proposals.
• Ensure accuracy of CTA process (costs, revenue, risk assessment, etc.).
• Prepare and present executive summary of bids for Sector and Corporate Executive approvals.
• Liaison between internal and external customers.
• Relationship development with external customers.
• Adherence to policies and procedures.
• Prepares contract language and works closely with legal to optimize contractual terms and conditions for StandardAero while assessing the associated risks with the agreement.
• Assists customer program managers as required with contract amendments, renewals, quarterly program reconciliations, etc.
• Monitors market trends within the assigned product responsibility. Provides responsive recommendations and insights for short-term and long-term planning in relation to proposal development.
• Responsible for awareness, interpretation, and compliance of relevant OEM Agreements as related to the Sales process.
• Works on other strategic initiatives as required
• Responsible for management of assigned expense budget.    

What skill you will use:

• Strong technical and/or business acumen with finance management and/or technical experience.
• Experience with customer programs and/or building relationships with customers.
• University degree in business administration, commerce, economics, engineering; or equivalent.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and customer service skills.
• Prior technical or finance experience in the aerospace industry is an asset, specifically with one or more of the following engine types APU/RB211
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Travel is required.   
• Must meet US Persons requirements per ITAR.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.