Analyze public and private tenders, RFIs (Requests for Information), RFPs (Requests for Proposals), ITTs (Invitations to Tender), and other procurement documentation.
Interpret administrative, technical, financial, and contractual requirements.
Develop compliance matrices and ensure full traceability of requirements.
Create proposal schedules and coordinate internal proposal activities.
Lead cross-functional teams throughout the entire proposal development lifecycle.
Ensure proposal compliance with customer requirements and submission guidelines.
Prepare and consolidate administrative and commercial proposal documentation.
Coordinate internal reviews and executive approvals.
Manage clarification requests, amendments, and communications with customers.
Develop and maintain content libraries, templates, and knowledge repositories.
Support opportunity qualification and capture activities.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, bid/proposal management, public tenders, or public procurement.
Professional-level written and verbal communication skills in Portuguese and English (minimum C1 proficiency in both languages).
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Proactive approach, strong sense of ownership, and results-oriented mindset.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including technical specialists and institutional stakeholders.
Interest in technology, innovation, and UAV/drone solutions.
Experience in the Defense, Security, Aerospace, or other highly regulated sectors (preferred).
Knowledge of procurement processes within Ministries of Defence, Armed Forces, government agencies, or similar public-sector organizations (preferred).
APMP certification or other relevant Proposal Management training (preferred).

Meal allowance and health insurance for employees
Shuttle transport service to the offices in Leiria, Caldas da Rainha and Ponte de Sor
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Bonus in line with company policy

BID Manager

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