Job Description

:Job Title: Specialist Business ProposalFunction: Bid CentreJob Type: Permanent, Full-timeBusiness: Godrej LivingLocation: MumbaiAbout Godrej Industries GroupAt the Godrej Industries Group (GIG), we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.About Godrej Living.A subsidiary of the Godrej Group, Godrej Living is proof of the Godrej group\xe2\x80\x99s being #AlwaysWithYou, even after the handover, and ensuring that our customers have a fabulous stay and life at their new residence.With the clear aim of delighting our customers & elevating our post-possession experience, Godrej Living takes care of the complete Property management services.As an Organization, our purpose is to redefine Post Possession living experience through efficient infra management, effective and hospitality based service delivery, creating vibrant communities, and pioneering to deliver innovative value added services powered by best in class Technology solutionsSummary: The Specialist Business Proposal incumbent will be responsible for managing the end-to-end bid, tender, and RFP processes. This role involves identifying opportunities, developing bid-winning strategies, writing and editing proposals, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring the timely and compliant submission of bids. The Bid Manager plays a critical role in securing business by crafting persuasive and detailed responses to various business inquiries and leads.Key Responsibilities:Bid and Proposal Management:

• Manage the entire bid, tender, and RFP process from identification to submission.
• Write and edit proposals, negotiate with internal stakeholders, and collaborate with other team members to ensure bid security.
• Write effective proposals while adhering to budgetary and time constraints
• Craft persuasive and detailed responses to RFPs, tenders, and business inquiries.
• Contribute to the written proposal - both in terms of content and presentation (such as providing guidance around the executive summary).

Strategic Development and Research:

• Identify opportunities for bid submissions and develop bid-winning strategies.
• Conduct research and brainstorm key points to include in the bids.
• Ensure timescales are achieved at each step of the bid process, including all internal governance and approvals.

Process Adherence and Improvement:

• Follow internal BD processes and seek necessary approvals for the submission of business proposals.
• Ensure on-time submission of compliant and commercially sound bids.
• Maintain a central repository of revenue details, case studies, and different capability decks of the BD team.
• Drive continuous improvement through post-bid reviews, both internally and with customers.

Stakeholder Management and Communication:

• Negotiate with internal stakeholders to ensure bid security and compliance.
• Conduct team meetings and briefings once bids have been secured.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration with all relevant teams to facilitate smooth bid submission.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including business development, operations, procurement, and subject matter experts (SMEs) for necessary inputs and site due diligence.
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors in coordination with the procurement team to obtain competitive pricing for bid submissions.
• Plan and coordinate all client presentations required as part of the bid submission.

Who are we looking for?Education:Qualifications:

• A bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s / Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree

Experience:

• Proven 5-8 years in similar domain with property management or Real estate industry.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Hands on experience on MS PPT & MS Excel
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Problem-solving skills
• Relationship-building and influencing skills
• Commercial thinking
• Team working skills
• Attention to detail

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you?Be an equal parentChildcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatmentNo place for discrimination at GodrejGender-neutral anti-harassment policySame sex partner benefits at par with married spousesCoverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapyCommunity partnerships and advocacyPersons with Disability (PwD) careWe are selfish about your wellnessComprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up optionsElder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family membersPreventative healthcare supportOutpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.Uncapped sick leaveFlexible work options, including remote working and part-time workMental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counsellingCelebrating wins, the Godrej WayStructured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievementsDigital and offline instant recognition platformsAn inclusive GodrejBefore you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It\xe2\x80\x99s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!We look forward to meeting you.

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