This role owns proposal optimization and execution readiness decisions within the regional Delegation of Authority, prioritizing the rapid development of “best cost first” proposals through disciplined processes, cross functional collaboration, and proactive risk mitigation.
The Senior Manager ensures speed and competitiveness are achieved without compromising execution viability or governance discipline.
This role is accountable for enabling a seamless transition from proposal optimization to execution upon project award, including the clear documentation and communication of approved baselines, assumptions, risks, and mitigation actions.We offer:
Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities
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Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $160,000-$190,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic
Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.
Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic
Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.
Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic
Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.
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Key Responsibilities & Stakeholders
Proposal Initiation / Integration:
- Ensure the development of the project execution plan (PEP) that encompasses all implementation and exit strategies utilizing standard tools and templates.
Proposal Schedule and Resource Management:
- Ensure the development of project schedule showing strategic allocation of project resources across multiple key milestones that align with contractual requirements.
Cost, Risk & Problem Solving:
- Coach team to identify commercial, technical, and execution risks early in the proposal lifecycle, and drive mitigation strategies that minimize risk exposure without adding unnecessary risk contingency.
- Lead structured problem‑solving efforts to eliminate or reduce risks prior to submission and ensure remaining risks are clearly understood, intentional, and manageable.
- Ensure appropriate and systemic escalation of risks to senior leadership with clear mitigation options and recommendations.
- Ensure a complete and accurate risk register is transitioned to the execution team, including defined mitigation actions, owners, and timing.
- Establish continuous improvement learning loops for driving ongoing competitive pricing and speed of proposals
Communication, Stakeholder & Governance Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Prepare and present key proposals and deviations to the Portfolio Business Operating Committee in accordance with the regional Delegation of Authority.
- Ensure project baselines and assumptions are communicated at turnover process to project teams when a project is awarded (AWA or PO).
Skills & Capabilities
- Highly organized and process‑driven, with the ability to manage complex, parallel workstreams under tight deadlines.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels without direct authority.
- Proven ability to balance competitiveness, governance, and disciplined risk management in complex project environments.
- Clear and structured communicator, capable of synthesizing complex information for executive and governance forums.
- Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, with a bias toward proactive risk mitigation and execution clarity.
- Deep understanding of organizational governance and decision‑making processes.
Experience Desired
- 10+ years of experience in proposal management, project management, operations, or related leadership roles
- Demonstrated experience delivering first‑time competitive proposals while meeting aggressive timelines
- Proven track record of successfully managing highly complex, strategic, and cross-functional projects with significant organizational impact.
- Strong background in risk management, scope definition, and execution planning within large, complex projects.
- Experience with governance, approval processes, and executive‑level stakeholder engagement.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration). Master's preferred.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired.
- Relevant project leadership experience may be substituted for a degree.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in proposal management, project management, operations, or related leadership roles
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration)
- Master's degree preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired
What We Do
Looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of intralogistics is our home. Our solutions ensure the smooth flow of materials and information in production plants, warehouses, and distribution centers in over 100 countries. We have around 41,000 employees who make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: the biggest manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment in Europe, and one of the world’s leading warehouse automation providers. Successful? We are, but it’s all down to the motivated, highly trained, and multi-talented people that work for us. Would you like to be part of an international, diverse team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry. With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a globally active group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. No matter which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape our individual action and our collaboration with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both nationally and internationally. Who makes up the KION Group? With our international brands Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli, as well as regional brands Fenwick and OM, we stand for exceptional technology and service expertise for forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment around the world. Dematic expands the portfolio with its automated material handling solutions for intralogistics processes in warehouses, production, and sales
