About the opportunity:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bid Manager to join our dynamic National Sales Team. As a Bid Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the end-to-end bid process for our Flagship Corporate Travel Management brand and other FCTG Brands. This position involves writing and editing content, managing content within the Responsive (RFPIO) tool, and ensuring adherence to global bid standards. You will collaborate closely with local and regional Sales Leaders and the Bid Management Team to deliver compelling bid responses and manage project timelines effectively.
What you'll enjoy...
- Flexibility - hybrid work arrangement from any capital city in Australia.
Tick destinations off your bucket list with our discounts on travel and accommodation.
- Employee Share Scheme through EquatePlus.
- Access to in-house financial and health services, internal 24/7 gym and newly renovated end-of-trip facility.
- Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses at your fingertips.
- Proud Corporate Social Responsibility platform through the Flight Centre Foundation, and Brighter Futures programs.
- Opportunity to attend global awards events, including Global Gathering (Portugal 2024).
- Various social events to promote networking, the celebration of wins, and sometimes just for fun!
A day in the life...
Write, collate, edit, and produce bid responses for large market Australia and NZ client opportunities.
- Develop and manage timelines in collaboration with Sales Leaders and Bid Management Team Leader.
- Refine and manage the process for Business Development Managers to engage Bid Manager support effectively.
- Advocate for the use of Responsive / RFPIO across all bid projects, ensuring integration and efficiency.
Continuously update and maintain the Online content library with fresh RFP content and ensure existing content is current.
- Cultivate a network of Subject Matter Experts to enhance the quality and relevance of bid content.
- Ensure all creative outputs align with brand guidelines and maintain consistency.
Collaborate with global bid management teams, participating in strategy meetings and supporting multinational bids as needed.
Who you are...
- Minimum three years of experience in a similar Corporate Bid Manager role .
- Proven experience in project managing complex communication projects with multiple outputs, hard deadlines, and diverse contributors.
- Proficiency in Responsive / RFPIO, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other relevant software.
We value you...
Flight Centre Travel Group is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that supports your unique identity to create better, safer experiences for everyone. We encourage you to come as you are; to foster inclusivity and collaboration. We celebrate you.