BID Manager (f/m/d) 80 - 100%Apply now »

Date: 1 Sept 2025

Location: Zurich, CH

Company: Alstom

Req ID:493282

BID Manager (f/m/d) 80 - 100%

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time BID Manager (f/m/d) for the Rolling Stock & Components division in Zurich we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

140 years of Swiss railway history meet modern solutions for green mobility in Zurich. With 300 colleagues, our Zurich site servs as a global competence center for high-performance traction technology and a development hub for locomotives, bogies, mechanical and electrical systems, as well as services for the local and global markets. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites. You’ll report to Martin Bohac and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

As Bid Manager, you will lead the preparation and submission of winning proposals that align with Alstom’s strategic goals. You will ensure timely delivery, accurate commitments in terms of Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Performance (QCDP), and full compliance with internal and customer requirements.

We’ll look for you to :

• Ensure adherence to Alstom’s rules, ethics, compliance, EHS, and railway safety standards.
• Lead the tender process and manage the tender budget in line with authorization protocols.
• Coordinate and manage the tender team to deliver high-quality proposals.
• Define and propose system solutions in response to Instructions for Quotation (IFQ).
• Interface with bid-level teams and other stakeholders to optimize global solutions.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and internal product strategies.
• Drive QCD optimization and secure commitments from contributors.
• Conduct risk and opportunity reviews, and maintain mitigation and savings registers.
• Support documentation preparation for customer submissions.
• Contribute to lessons learned through Win-Loss analysis.
• Assist the Project Manager with financial review and first project gate preparation.

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Strong understanding of railway products, especially traction systems.
• Ability to challenge and optimize proposals with solid commitments.
• Knowledge of financial, contractual, and legal aspects relevant to bid management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong anticipation and customer orientation.

Things You’ll Enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package and benefits such as company pension plans and discounted tickets for public transport (e.g. ZVV Bonuspass)
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Alstom Switzerland AG, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. With 45% of our leadership team composed of women, we actively promote gender balance and encourage female candidates to apply for this opportunity.

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

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