Proposal Manager – Technology and Consulting

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The role does not require regular travel, although occasional attendance at workshops may be required.

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Start Date: ASAP, latest 1 October 2026 Duration: Minimum 6 months, with a view to extend We are looking for an experienced Proposal Manager to join a leading international technology and consulting organisation on an initial 6-month engagement, with potential for a longer-term opportunity.

Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate end-to-end proposal and bid processes Manage complex proposals, tenders and commercial opportunities from initiation through to submission Coordinate input from sales, delivery, commercial, legal, finance and subject-matter experts Manage timelines, dependencies, risks and deliverables across multiple proposals Support deal management and commercial negotiations Work closely with procurement teams and manage procurement-related requirements Ensure proposals are commercially robust, accurate, compliant and compelling Facilitate workshops and stakeholder sessions where required Provide structure, governance and clear communication throughout the proposal lifecycle Continuously improve proposal and deal management processes and ways of working Requirements: Senior/experienced Proposal Manager with substantial experience in a similar role Strong background in proposal management and deal management Solid experience working with procurement processes and requirements Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder proposals or tenders Excellent organisational and project management skills Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Confident working with senior stakeholders across multiple functions Excellent communication and coordination skills Fluent German is mandatory Experience working across the DACH market is highly desirable Technology, consulting, professional services or another complex B2B environment would be advantageous Reference: BH-127530-2 Proposal Manager – Technology and Consulting Location: Schlieren or Bern, Switzerland Working pattern: 80% FTE with possible flexibility.

This is a senior-level role suited to someone with a strong track record in proposal management, deal management and procurement, ideally within a complex B2B, technology, consulting or professional services environment.

The Role You will take ownership of the proposal and deal management process, working closely with commercial, sales, delivery, procurement and other internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality, commercially sound and competitive proposals are delivered on time.

The role will involve managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines, coordinating proposal activities, supporting commercial decision-making and ensuring that procurement and governance requirements are appropriately addressed.