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Tender Manager

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Tender Manager

Ylöjärvi, Finland

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose

Within GE Vernova and Grid Solutions, the FACTS Product Delivery Group (PDG) is fully accountable for costing (ITO) and providing (OTR) integrated FACTS solutions worldwide. As such, it owns its tendering force, operations, R&D and product management. It benefits from a complete portfolio of solutions/products to propose electrical reactive power compensations options to Grid Operators, TSOs, Developers...

GE FACTS portfolio is the most complete of the marketplace and it is composed of FSC, Synchronous Condensers, SVC and STATCOM. For which GE holds either a market / product leadership positions or a main contender position.

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An overall growth plan has been elaborated focusing on either technical leapfrogs or market exploration/acquisitions to reach our growth objectives. To support it, our commercial intensity in the Power Electronics area is of paramount importance, we are hiring a Tendering Manager to lead our technical proposal.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Responsible to Lead the FACTS Technical team to find the best solution for our customers.
  • Cost the entire solution according to the Execution and Commercial Strategy defined.
  • Define the execution technical strategy with Technical and Operation Team.
  • Support and interacting with all stakeholders of the company (Commercial Operation, Finance, Legal and Account Management teams) to support the commercial strategy approved for the deal.
  • Coordinate all aspects of the bid development within PDG and involved Regions during inquiry-to-order phase (ITO), including proposal development, risk management & mitigation plan.
  • Ensure that the offers/GE's Grid Solutions are appropriate to the requirements of the customers and in full compliance with the company governance.
  • Go through the Approval Process to approve the deal and submit the offer.
  • Willing to win, challenge the "Status Quo" to find the best technical solution to the customer.
  • Ensure clean hand off over to the execution team (OTR).

Qualifications/Requirements

  • This role requires advanced experience in the Tendering & Proposals. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
  • Ability to structure creative solutions to support customers, negotiate contracts, and deal effectively with diverse customers and partners. Experience with customer specification review, Terms & Conditions a proposal development.
  • At least 2 years' experience in Solution Business or Turnkey's Tenders for Transmission or FACTS market.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan and execute programs. Established project management skills.
  • Fluent in written & spoken English.

Desired Characteristics

  • Solid organization and multi-task capability in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a matrix management.
  • Ability to manage temporary high workload.
  • Availability to travel, as needed.
  • Strong negotiations skills

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Pirkanmaa, Finland
Job ID: GE_power-1474914634
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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