Lead Bid Manager – Capture

Saab

. Lead and manage end-to-end bid activities from early opportunity shaping through proposal submission and program hand-over .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesSenior💰 $101,600 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end bid activities, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with U.S. proposal and acquisition processes. Proven ability to drive bid quality and efficiency while collaborating effectively in a cross-cultural environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bid ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipU.S. Proposal ProcessesPricing and Cost Build ActivitiesSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Bid Strategy DevelopmentProposal SubmissionRisk TrackingPerformance Indicator CommunicationAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingProposal DevelopmentCost Calculation MethodologiesContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing Without AuthorityCollaborationAdaptability

Industry Keywords

U.S. Federal MarketDefense MarketBid and Proposal ProcessesCross-Cultural CollaborationEligibility for Classified Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage end-to-end bid activities from early opportunity shaping through proposal submission and program hand-over
Support ongoing U.S. pursuits requiring immediate bid leadership and coordination
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including business development, engineering, pricing, contracts, operations, and review teams
Drive alignment across stakeholders to ensure clear bid strategy, compliance, and execution
Partner with corporate proposal resources to integrate proposal development activities
Support the consistent application and refinement of bid and proposal processes, templates, and reporting practices
Partner with counterparts in Sweden to maintain alignment with Saab T&S global practices
Track and communicate bid status, risks, and performance indicators to leadership
Drive continuous improvement in bid quality, efficiency, and win probability

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS Degree in business or related engineering discipline
Minimum of 8 plus years relevant as a Bid Manager in complex, competitive environments, preferably within the U.S. federal or defense market
Experience supporting pricing or cost build activities, with a strong understanding of calculation methodologies for both product and services proposals, by working closely with Proposal Finance and Program Finance leads
Deep understanding of U.S. proposal and acquisition processes
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Ability to operate effectively in a cross-cultural environment and collaborate across international teams
Strong communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at multiple levels
Ability to secure a Secret clearance
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Required to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional growth opportunities
Competitive wages
Work-life balance
Business casual atmosphere
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage