Hybrid Senior Bid Manager – Public Sector

at NTT

• Job title: Senior Bid Manager – Public Sector
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bad Homburg, Germany

About the role

• Senior Bid Manager at NTT DATA responsible for managing public sector bids and ensuring compliance. Leading bid processes and supporting negotiations across EU and national projects.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and coordinate bids and tenders in the public sector (EU-wide & national)
• Analyze procurement/tender documents (e.g., service specifications, EVB‑IT, award criteria)
• Coordinate all technical and functional inputs and ensure a smooth bid process
• Responsible for reviews, approvals, compliance and escalation management
• Prepare presentations and actively support customer and contract negotiations
• Document the bidding process and conduct win/loss reviews

Requirements

• University degree in business administration, law, or equivalent qualification
• At least 5 years' experience in bid management, ideally with public-sector clients (federal, state, municipal authorities, agencies, public enterprises)
• Solid knowledge of public procurement law (GWB, VgV, UVgO) and experience working with EVB‑IT contracts
• Basic contract law knowledge and the ability to work to deadlines and meet timelines
• Strong sales experience or experience in sales-supporting roles, with demonstrable experience preparing and conducting customer negotiations
• High level of accuracy and strong analytical skills combined with technical affinity and excellent communication skills
• Excellent MS Office skills; confident use of project management tools such as Microsoft Planner, MS Project, Jira or Confluence to manage complex bid processes
• Practical experience using AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) to analyze tenders, structure content and create proposal material
• Fluent German and very good English, both written and spoken
• Confident manner when dealing with public-sector clients and strong negotiation skills

Benefits

• Structured onboarding: onboarding event together with other new colleagues
• Attractive compensation package: your commitment is rewarded through a very attractive bonus model
• Hybrid working: the option to work from home in agreement with your manager
• Personal development: continuous learning opportunities through numerous external and internal trainings
• Authentic corporate culture: informal first-name culture from interns to the CEO, short communication channels, open doors and helpful, committed colleagues
• We’ve got you covered: NTT Germany contributes to your company pension
• Attractive tech programs, anniversary bonuses, work–life balance offerings and more