Commercial Tendering & Bidding Officer

About the Role

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth. The Commercial Tendering and Bidding Officer is responsible for managing, coordinating, and executing the full tendering and bidding lifecycle for the organization. This role ensures that all bids are competitive, compliant, and submitted on time, maximizing the company's success rate. The officer will leverage platforms like Ariba and NIPEX to identify opportunities, manage submissions, and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Tender & Bid Management

• Identify and evaluate commercial tendering opportunities on platforms such as NIPEX and Ariba
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit high-quality bid documents in compliance with client requirements and internal standards
• Ensure timely submission of bids, proposals, and supporting documentation

Commercial Analysis & Strategy

• Conduct detailed commercial, financial, and technical analysis to inform bid strategy and pricing
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Legal, Finance) to develop compelling and compliant proposals
• Recommend innovative approaches to increase win probability while mitigating commercial risks

Vendor & Client Management

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and strategic partners
• Monitor and track bid outcomes, client feedback, and market trends to inform future submissions

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of all tenders, bids, and supporting documents
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate procurement policies
• Monitor deadlines, deliverables, and internal approvals to maintain high standards of governance

Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate previous bids for lessons learned and areas of improvement
• Implement best practices in tendering, pricing, and bid management
• Stay updated on industry trends, platform updates, and new bidding opportunities

Location

Lagos, Nigeria