Join our Tender Management team as a Tender Specialist and play a key role in driving commercial success across the United Kingdom, Ireland and the Nordics. In this position, you will coordinate and manage tender activities from opportunity identification through submission and post-tender follow-up, helping us deliver better health for more people. Working closely with Sales, Service, Finance, Legal, Customer Service and external partners, you will ensure competitive and compliant tender submissions while supporting sustainable business growth across diverse international markets.
Grow with us - Your Responsibilities
- Proactively identify, monitor and evaluate tender business opportunities through tender announcement portals and other market intelligence sources across the UK, Ireland, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway
- Manage and coordinate the end-to-end tender process from opportunity qualification through bid submission and post tender follow up
- Review tender requirements, specifications, contractual terms and evaluation criteria to ensure compliant and competitive submissions
- Act as the central coordinator between Sales, Service, Finance, Legal, Customer Service and external partners, ensuring timely delivery of all required documentation and information
- Support bid/no-bid decisions by assessing opportunities, requirements, risks and commercial potential
- Maintain tender pipelines, KPI reporting, win-rate analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
What will convince us
- Several years of experience in Tender Management, Bid Management, Sales Operations or a comparable commercial role within an international B2B environment
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, coordinate multiple stakeholders and meet challenging deadlines
- Strong analytical, organisational and commercial skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to interpret tender documentation, commercial requirements and contractual terms
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, combined with fluency in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- A structured, proactive and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively in an international environment
- Knowledge of a Nordic language and experience with public procurement or government tenders would be an advantage
In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the MDAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range ofBenefits:
- Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings, coaching for managers
- Making An Impact Right From The Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact
- Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics, such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network
Attractive Working Conditions
- 37.5 hours working week
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Annual option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
- Private Dental Insurance
- Group Life Assurance
- Travel Insurance (Employee Paid)
- Salary Sacrifice Health Assessment Service
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme
Planning Ahead For Your Future
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Group Income Protection
- Salary Sacrifice Will Writing Service
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Tender Specialist - UK, Ireland and Nordics employer: Sartorius
Sartorius is an exceptional employer located in Royston, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters mutual support and international collaboration among its dedicated team of professionals. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive onboarding, mentoring programs, and opportunities for growth within the bioprocessing industry. The company also provides attractive working conditions, including competitive benefits, flexible leave options, and regular social events, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of health and science.
