Job Description:
Lead Bid Manager – Saab Training & Simulation (T&S), Orlando, FL
Saab, Inc.’s Training & Simulation (T&S) business is expanding its U.S. market presence and is seeking a Lead Bid Manager to support its Orlando-based Capture organization. This role is critical to supporting ongoing pursuits and enhancing bid execution across the U.S. portfolio in close coordination with existing corporate proposal capabilities.
The Lead Bid Manager will operate across the full bid lifecycle in accordance with Saab’s Win Business process, supporting both early-stage opportunity activities and active proposals. This is not a traditional Proposal Manager role. It is a broader position responsible for coordinating, shaping, and delivering competitive bids, while ensuring alignment with established proposal processes and organizational standards.
The role will work closely with the T&S Capture Manager, Proposal Manager, and Bid Teams at Saab, Inc. and Saab T&S Sweden and other stakeholders to ensure consistency in ways of working and effective collaboration across teams.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Lead and manage end-to-end bid activities, from early opportunity shaping through proposal submission and program hand-over.
- Support ongoing U.S. pursuits requiring immediate bid leadership and coordination
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including business development, engineering, pricing, contracts, operations and review teams
- Drive alignment across stakeholders to ensure clear bid strategy, compliance, and execution
- Work in partnership with corporate proposal resources to ensure seamless integration of proposal development activities
- Support the consistent application and refinement of bid and proposal processes, templates, and reporting practices
- Partner with counterparts in Sweden to maintain alignment with Saab T&S global practices
- Track and communicate bid status, risks, and performance indicators to leadership
Drive continuous improvement in bid quality, efficiency, and win probability
Compensation Range: $101,600 - $132,000
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
- BS Degree in business or related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 8 plus years relevant as a Bid Manager in complex, competitive environments, preferably within the U.S. federal or defense market
- Experience supporting pricing or cost build activities, with a strong understanding of calculation methodologies for both product and services proposals, by working closely with our Proposal Finance and Program Finance leads
- Deep understanding of U.S. proposal and acquisition processes
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
- Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a cross-cultural environment and collaborate across international teams
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at multiple levels
- Ability to secure a Secret clearance
Travel Requirement: This position requires the ability and willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time.
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
Highlights include:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
About Us:
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.
