--- title: 'Senior Bid Manager - DACH - (all genders) at Valtech' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-bid-manager-dach-all-genders-valtech-dusseldorf-pqs6nzh9w0ss' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Senior Bid Manager - DACH - (all genders) at Valtech - **Company:** Valtech - **Location:** Dusseldorf, Germany - **Posted:** 2026-08-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/valtech/jobs/4957806101 ## Job description Senior Bid Manager - (all genders) DACH Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. The opportunity At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. We are proud of: - [The work we do and innovation we drive](https://www.valtech.com/work/?utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&utm_content=job-applicants_week192025&utm_medium=website&utm_source=greenhouse&utm_term=website-applicants) - [Our Values of share, care and dare](https://www.valtech.com/career/our-values/?utm_source=greenhouse&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&utm_term=website-applicants&utm_content=job-applicants_week192025) - [A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy](https://www.valtech.com/valtech-as-workplace/?utm_source=greenhouse&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&utm_term=website-applicants&utm_content=job-applicants_week192025) - [Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration](https://www.valtech.com/about/offices/?utm_source=greenhouse&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=gl_ta_talent-acquisition_aw_ba_job_description_template&utm_term=website-applicants&utm_content=job-applicants_week192025) ## The Role Reporting to Valtech's New Business Director, the Senior Bid Manager will lead complex bids from qualification through to contract award. You will bring structure, judgement and momentum to opportunities, turning diverse expertise into clear, compelling and differentiated propositions. Just as importantly, you will create the conditions for bid teams to work effectively – bringing the right people together, setting clear expectations, anticipating pressure points and removing friction so specialists can focus where they add most value. This role suits someone who combines high standards with a strong service mindset – commercially minded, organised and decisive, yet collaborative, thoughtful and calm under pressure. You will have a strong track record of leading significant bids and a good understanding of procurement in your market. ## Key responsibilities Bid strategy and management - Develop winning bid strategies aligned to client needs, evaluation criteria and Valtech's commercial objectives. - Lead qualification and contribute clear judgement to bid/no-bid decisions. - Translate complex opportunities into clear plans, workstreams, briefs and milestones. - Using AI as a support to accelerate human creativity, judgement and work throughout the end-to-end bid lifecycle, maintaining momentum and taking responsibility for complete, compliant and timely submissions. - Anticipate risks, dependencies and pressure points, addressing them early. - Manage bid budgets, resources, timelines, and continually improving how the team bids - Creating high-performing bid teams - Bring together the right mix of sales, delivery, technical, creative, commercial and subject matter expertise for each opportunity. - Engage specialists early enough to meaningfully shape the proposition, not just contribute content late. - Set clear briefs, roles and ways of working, and remove blockers, ambiguity and duplication. - Build a collaborative environment where expertise is respected and constructive challenge is encouraged. - Be thoughtful about colleagues' time, maintain calm and clarity under pressure, and mentor junior bid team members across the wider team. Bid writing and proposition development - Lead the development of high-quality, compliant and persuasive bid responses. - Ensure submissions respond directly to client needs, evaluation criteria and the wider context of the opportunity. - Work with subject matter experts to turn specialist thinking into clear, compelling content. - Develop win themes, proposition narratives and response structures that connect answers into a coherent story. - Review and edit submissions for quality and persuasiveness, challenging content constructively where it falls short and giving contributors clear feedback. Stakeholder and partner management - Act as a trusted partner to pursuit teams, bringing structure and judgement while making it easy for colleagues to contribute. - Build strong relationships with sales, delivery leaders, subject matter experts and senior stakeholders across Valtech. - Communicate early and clearly about decisions, dependencies and expectations. - Manage relationships with partner organisations and client procurement stakeholders, creating a genuinely collaborative approach to joint bids. - Coordinate post-submission activity: clarifications, presentations, feedback and debriefs – and capture learning for future teams. Market intelligence and compliance - Maintain a strong understanding of the procurement landscape, frameworks and regulations in your market, and the trends shaping demand in Valtech's target sectors. - Use market, client and competitor intelligence to strengthen qualification decisions and bid strategies. - Ensure submissions comply with relevant procurement requirements, standards and internal governance. - Share market insight and bid learning with the wider growth and delivery community. Essential experience - Significant experience leading complex bids, with a strong track record of winning major digital, technology, data or transformation opportunities. - Strong understanding of procurement processes, buying behaviors and commercial models in the relevant market. - Experience bringing together multidisciplinary teams and helping diverse specialists work towards a shared outcome. - A highly collaborative style, with the confidence to lead, challenge and make decisions without needing to dominate. A strong service mindset: proactive, thoughtful and responsive, with an instinct for anticipating needs and removing friction. - Excellent written and verbal communication, turning complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives. - Strong organisational, project management and commercial judgement, staying calm and constructive to tight deadlines. - A German & English speaker Commitment to reaching all kinds of people We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. The benefits This is a permanent position based in Germany Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: - Hybrid working - Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs - Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts ## Your application process Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. ⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com. We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. ## About Valtech Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us. Why do we state “all genders” in the title of this job description? As per the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) in Germany and equivalent in France, jobs must be advertised in a gender-neutral manner. We use the statement (all genders) to make it clear that this position is open to all genders in these countries, even if the job title itself can be translated or interpreted as "masculine" in the French or German language. ## About Valtech ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Valtech is a global experience innovation company that helps clients transform their businesses through strategy, design, and technology. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped; growth funded through acquisitions rather than traditional venture capital) - **Headquarters**: Chicago, Illinois, USA (with a global network of offices) - **Founded**: 1993 - **Founders**: Frédéric Crépin and François-Xavier Collet ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Digital Experience, Digital Transformation, Marketing & Commerce, Technology Consulting - **Target customers**: B2B, Enterprise, and SMB clients across industries like automotive, retail, CPG, financial services, travel & hospitality, manufacturing, public sector, and luxury. - **Mission or purpose statement**: "We exist to unlock a better way to experience the world." [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/about/) ## Products & Services - **Experience Elevation**: Strategy, design, and optimization of customer experiences across digital touchpoints. - **Commerce Acceleration**: Implementation and scaling of commerce platforms (e.g., composable commerce) for brands like Mars and Bose. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/) - **Enterprise Transformation**: Large-scale technology modernization, cloud migration, and platform re-platforming (e.g., "Renew, not re-platform"). - **Marketing Creativity & Performance**: Brand strategy, creative campaigns, and performance marketing. - **Data Evolution**: Data strategy, AI/ML solutions, and business intelligence. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/about/) - **Valtech One**: An AI adoption accelerator platform designed to help enterprises deploy AI at scale. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: **Revenue** – Approximately $1 billion+ estimated based on headcount and industry benchmarks; **Headcount** – ~7,000 employees globally. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/why-choose-valtech/) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not venture-backed; growth driven by acquisitions. Key technology partners include major cloud and commerce platform providers (e.g., Adobe, Salesforce, SAP, Google Cloud, Contentful). - **Growth Signals**: - Rapid headcount growth: from ~3,000 in 2020 to ~7,000 in 2024. - Over 40 acquisitions since 2015, adding specialized capabilities in commerce, data, and AI. - Named "Best Workplace for Innovators" by Fast Company. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/) - Client roster includes global brands like Ford, Mars, Bose, Discover, Mandarin Oriental, Lexus, and Eton Shirts. ## Competitive Advantages - **Global scale with local presence**: 60+ offices across 30+ countries, enabling near-shore and on-shore delivery. - **"Uncommon Connections"**: A core philosophy of combining diverse disciplines (strategy, design, engineering, data) to create breakthrough solutions. - **Acquisition-led growth**: Ability to rapidly absorb specialized talent and technology, rather than building from scratch. - **Deep vertical expertise**: Proven track record in complex, regulated industries (financial services, public sector, healthcare, automotive). - **Proprietary tools**: Valtech One for AI acceleration and composable commerce frameworks. ## Strategic Focus - **AI and Data**: Scaling AI adoption through Valtech One and building data-driven experiences for clients. - **Composable Commerce**: Leading the shift from monolithic platforms to modular, flexible commerce architectures. - **Global expansion**: Continued acquisitions to fill geographic and capability gaps, especially in APAC and LATAM. - **Sustainability**: Responsible innovation and technology’s impact on society are core to the company's purpose. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Valtech emphasizes a "We before Me" mindset, informal culture, and a strong sense of community across global teams. They describe themselves as a "multi-cultural bunch of ambitious digital natives, innovators, makers and doers." [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/career/) - **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: "We offer the flexible work schedules and generous paid time off packages needed to help you create the best work/life balance for yourself." Many roles are remote-first, but there are also office-based positions. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/valtech-as-workplace/) - **Diversity & Inclusion**: "We are committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our employees, global consumers, partners and communities." [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/valtech-as-workplace/) - **Growth & Opportunity**: "Want to work with some of the biggest brands in the world — like Ford, Mars and Bose— and dive into the latest technology? Valtech offers opportunities to stretch your skills and experience while collaborating with a dynamic team of industry experts." [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/valtech-as-workplace/) - **Notable Perks**: Generous PTO, flexible work schedules, global project opportunities, and a strong learning culture. ## Sources 1. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/) 2. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/about/) 3. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/en-us/valtech-as-workplace/) 4. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/career/) 5. [valtech.com](https://www.valtech.com/career/jobs/) 6. 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