Bidding Specialist

Managed.sa is seeking a Bidding Specialist to manage and coordinate tender and proposal submissions for cybersecurity and IT service opportunities.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with Saudi bidding platforms, particularly Etimad and Forsa, and a strong understanding of RFP requirements, proposal coordination, and submission compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor Etimad, Forsa, and other relevant platforms for suitable business opportunities.
• Review RFPs, tender documents, scope requirements, and submission conditions.
• Prepare tender checklists, submission plans, and internal timelines.
• Coordinate technical and financial proposal inputs with relevant departments.
• Ensure all required documents, forms, certificates, and supporting evidence are included.
• Prepare, organize, and format technical and commercial submissions.
• Track tender deadlines, clarification requests, amendments, and submission requirements.
• Submit proposals through the required platforms within the approved deadline.
• Maintain organized records of submitted, awarded, and unsuccessful bids.
• Support post-submission clarifications, presentations, and negotiation requirements.
• Develop and maintain proposal templates, company profiles, and reusable bid content.
• Ensure all submissions comply with client and platform requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in bidding, tender management, proposal coordination, or business development.
• Hands-on experience using Etimad and Forsa.
• Experience reviewing RFPs and preparing technical and financial submissions.
• Strong understanding of tender documentation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and document-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with technical, sales, finance, legal, and management teams.
• Strong written communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and urgent submissions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cybersecurity or IT services bidding.
• Experience working with government or public-sector tenders in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience with supplier registration and prequalification processes.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity services and terminology.