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Senior Proposal Manager

Utrecht Permanent View Job Description
As a Senior Proposal Manager, you lead complex and strategic bid and tender processes end-to-end, developing winning strategies, advising senior leadership, and ensuring high-quality commercial proposals. You also drive bid management excellence by guiding stakeholders, managing portfolio priorities, and improving processes across the organization.

Added 26/08/2026

  • Lead diverse, high-impact projects.
  • Grow in a collaborative and energetic team.

About Our Client

A large, nationally operating service organization that delivers tailored hospitality and workplace experiences across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients. The business is known for managing complex, multi-site operations, combining commercial innovation, customer-centric solutions, and operational excellence to create long-term partnerships

Job Description

  • Lead complex proposal and tender processes end-to-end.
  • Develop winning bid strategies and commercial propositions.
  • Manage senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure high-quality, competitive proposal submissions.
  • Oversee bid portfolio priorities and resource planning.
  • Drive continuous improvement of bid management processes.

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in proposal, bid, or tender management, ideally within a complex or fast-paced environment.
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to develop winning strategies and compelling proposals.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities with attention to detail.
  • Capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented approach.
  • Confident communicator with strong writing and presentation skills.
  • Fluent Dutch and English is a must.
  • Experience in, or exposure to, the hospitality, catering, facilities, or service industry is a strong plus, but not a requirement.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead high-profile, strategic bid and tender opportunities.
  • A varied and commercially impactful role with significant stakeholder exposure.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment with experienced professionals.
  • Strong opportunities for professional growth and career development.
  • A dynamic, fast-paced workplace where no two projects are the same.
  • The chance to influence business growth and shape winning commercial strategies.
  • Flexible and informal working culture with a strong focus on teamwork.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.



Contact
Annamaria Ivcenko
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7087974

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
New Business Development
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Jobs by location
Utrecht
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant
Annamaria Ivcenko
Job Reference
JN-082026-7087974