Bid Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Revenue & Sales Operations role at redwirespaceeurope. Kruibeke.
Pay not stated Revenue & Sales Operations salary
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What you'll do
- Write and review proposals, then help prepare and submit change-control notes
- Take charge of out-of-scope requests, tracking each change note through follow-up and approval
- Connect sales, project management, technical teams, and customers around proposals and scope changes
- Support commercial-term and scope negotiations while organizing pipeline opportunities and sales discussions
What you bring
- Experience in a technical-commercial position spanning sales, proposals, or project support
- Clear writing and communication skills, with the judgment to simplify technical subjects
- Working knowledge of sales processes, negotiation dynamics, project value, costs, and trade-offs
- Technical curiosity and cross-functional experience, with proposal writing or contract-change work preferred
Who this fits
You will suit a hands-on coordinator who can challenge stakeholders constructively, build customer trust, and keep complex topics moving. The role works across sales, project management, technical teams, and customers, with a focus on ESA-related projects and space-sector work. Candidates must satisfy ITAR rules, provide a police or criminal record check no older than six months for relocation, and complete the stated application process.
From the employer
Join the Redwire Space team in developing and fielding end-to-end innovative mission critical space system solutions for next generation space architecture. At Redwire, you will work closely with customers from concept development through mission operations to ensure mission success.
About Redwire Space Europe
Our team of innovators in Belgium, Luxembourg & Poland is building space infrastructure & delivering entire satellites.
Redwire Space Europe is also a major player within satellite equipment, including on-board computers, power control and distribution units, and remote terminal units.
With inhouse cleanrooms & multiple working labs, our facilities are a major contributor to the space infrastructure of the International Space Station.
RDW build sophisticated science instruments and life support systems to enable long-term crewed missions.
Redwire Space Europe is also developing highly technical systems such as IBDM (International Berthing and Docking Mechanism) & STAARK a Robotic Arm system for delivering In-Space manufacturing and space debris solutions.
With many more exciting projects on the horizon, our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent to make an impact on missions from day one.
Areas of European focus:
- Small Satellites and Platforms
- Avionics Systems
- Docking Systems & Mechanisms
- Equipment & Instruments
- Life Support Systems
- Robotic Arm Systems
We are looking for a hands-on Bid Manager, who acts as a key bridge between Sales, Project Management, and technical teams.
This role focuses on managing and negotiating change requests (CCNs), supporting proposal development, and ensuring smooth follow-up on out-of-scope work. You will play a crucial role in strengthening customer relationships, structuring incoming opportunities, and contributing to the commercial success of ESA-related projects within domains such as microgravity, IBDM, and avionics.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Proposal Support
Draft, review, and support the creation of proposals
Assist in the development and submission of CCNs (Change Control Notes)
Collaborate with Sales to provide clear visibility on pipeline and opportunities
Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities
CCN & Scope Management
Take ownership of out-of-scope requests and ensure timely follow-up
Manage and track CCNs, ensuring accurate documentation and communication
Act as a dedicated point of contact to accelerate decision-making and approvals
Stakeholder Management
Serve as a bridge between Sales, Project Managers, and technical teams
Maintain direct contact with customers to follow up on proposals and CCNs
Provide structured feedback and updates to internal teams
Commercial & Strategic Contribution
Support negotiation of commercial terms and project scope
Contribute to tactical sales discussions and internal alignment
Help map and structure the sales pipeline
Profile & Skills
Core Competencies
Strong communicator with excellent writing skills
Ability to simplify complex topics and align expectations
Strong listening skills with a solution-oriented mindset
Confident personality; able to challenge stakeholders constructively
Hands-on, proactive, and able to follow through on topics
Commercial & Analytical Skills
Good understanding of sales processes and negotiation dynamics
Financial awareness: understands project value, cost implications, and trade-offs
Ability to balance customer needs with business priorities
Technical Affinity
Solid technical affinity; able to understand and challenge technical input
Able to identify internal experts and navigate complex environments
Background & Experience
Experience in a technical-commercial role (sales, proposals, or project support)
Affinity with the space sector and ESA projects is a strong plus
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Familiarity with proposal writing and contract/change management is preferred
Personal Traits
Structured and detail-oriented
Creative thinker with an “out-of-the-box” mindset
Able to build trust with customers and internal stakeholders
Resilient and comfortable operating in complex environments
Do you want to launch your career in space?
Join us! Whether it's working with satellites, developing docking systems, or building science instruments, you will have the opportunity to do meaningful work in challenging space projects.
At Redwire, you'll find a welcoming and diverse team where you can learn and grow while having great life-work balance.
Disclaimer
Please bear in mind that our company is bound by ITAR regulations, restricting candidates from certain countries or holders of double nationalities.
Offer
You’ll not only get to work in a well-known space company offering flexibility, work-life balance, and
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To accept positions and relocate to Redwire Space, candidates must
- have a police/criminal record check, that is not more than six months old.
- be approved by ITAR regulations.
- be uploaded to the greenhouse portal.
- apply directly or be uploaded by a recognized partner.
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