Bid Manager

Are you a strategic thinker driven by developing and establishing long-term business relationships? Do you excel at finding new ways to strengthen both individual business opportunities and a company’s overall business development? If so, Axentia offers you the chance to enhance your skills while pursuing strategic business development in a successful and global company. About the Role In this role, you will work with customers and partners, both operationally and strategically. The primary markets are currently in the Nordic region with the potential to expand into additional markets over time. Your primary mission will be to establish and develop relationships and with both new and existing customers and strategic partners to secure Axentia’s long-term business. You will focus on the customer, the product, and the market in a sector driven by sustainability and environmental improvement. Key Responsibilities Establish and develop relationships with new and existing customers and strategic partners. Plan market activities and set targets to achieve. Travel abroad to visit customers, establish partnerships, and represent the company at exhibitions. Contribute with drive and heart, balancing freedom with responsibility. You will join a high-performing sales team with extensive industry experience, supported by Project Managers, Bid Managers, Product Specialists, and Marketing. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a candidate with a university degree, preferably a Master of Science in Engineering or a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management. Extensive knowledge and experience in sales and strategic business development. A strong interest in establishing new partnerships and maintaining long-term customer relationships. Experience with sales and products of a technical nature is a plus. You are fluent in English and knowledge of additional languages is highly valuable for this position. Also, as you will be based at our Swedish office and work in our internal systems, we would prefer that you are proficient in Swedish. A humble, flexible, and self-motivated personality. A passion for building new relationships and continuous improvement alongside colleagues. Work Setup The position is based in Linköping, and you are expected to travel a few days per month. As the role involves a lot of teamwork, we would prefer that you are in the office at least three days per week. Why Join Us? At Axentia, we are proud of our team and our products, and we want you to be proud too! Here, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills, work in a dynamic and supportive environment, and contribute to a company committed to sustainability and a better environment. You will join a fast-expanding company with technically advanced, highly refined products. We offer you the opportunity to play a key role in scaling the company further and contributing directly to its continued expansion and success. Axentia thrives on innovation, collaboration, and close customer relationships, where product development is driven by creativity and strong teams. Sustainability is a core focus, with solutions designed to promote public transport through environmentally friendly, battery- and solar-powered systems. Axentia offers a dynamic and supportive work environment with short decision paths and a high pace of innovation, while also valuing professional growth and continuous development. Overall, Axentia emphasizes responsibility, safety, and contributing to a more sustainable society. Apply Now  Apply now to become a part of our journey and make a significant impact on our business and the world! You are welcome to submit your application no later than 16 August. Axentia is partnering with AS&B Executive in this recruitment process. For further information about the position, please contact our recruitment consultant Emelie Törnvall at emelie.tornvall@asb-executive.se About Axentia Axentia is a Swedish technology company headquartered in Linköping that develops real-time information systems for public transport – from software to hardware, all in-house. With innovative and energy-efficient solutions, we contribute to smarter and more sustainable cities worldwide. At Axentia, you work in a technology-driven environment characterized by humility, entrepreneurship, and creativity, where you have the opportunity to grow, influence, and contribute to solutions used by people every day.

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same. Your role Own the end‑to‑end bid lifecycle for RFXs and proactive pursuits, ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality, compliant proposals aligned with client requirement Act as the central orchestrator of the bid process, coordinating Sales, Solution, Finance, Commercial, Legal, Delivery, and Business Risk Management stakeholders across Capgemini entities (GBLs, SBUs, BUs) Drive opportunity qualification, supporting Bid/No‑Bid decisions, win themes, and Winning Sales Plans in collaboration with Sales and Solution Leads Lead solution and proposal development, including RFX analysis, proposal structure definition, content coordination, and client‑focused value articulation Orchestrate internal governance and formal reviews, ensuring compliance with Capgemini bid management processes and approval frameworks Manage bid planning, budgeting, and controls, including bid costs, resourcing, timelines, and deliverable readiness Ensure risk awareness and mitigation during the pursuit by working closely with Business Risk Managers, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams Coordinate stakeholder communication internally and externally, maintaining alignment across pursuit teams and engaging with client stakeholders throughout the bid lifecycle Lead proposal defenses, orals, and due diligence activities, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with client business objectives Ensure smooth handover from bid to delivery, including transfer of solution assumptions, risks, commercials, and commitments Your Profile Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Min. 5 years of experience in bid/proposal management in Engineering and RD Services. Strong understanding of Automotive, LiveScience and Telecommunication sectors and good technical understanding and commercial awareness. Exceptional project management and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Tools, SharePoint, and proposal automation platforms (e.g., Copilot, Other AI Tools) is an asset. APMP certification is a plus. Application As part of our recruitment process, identity verification or background checks may occasionally be conducted. Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem