Bid managers are responsible for researching and selecting tenders, analysing tenders and submitting tenders. They take into account the requirements of the tendering company and the possibilities for implementation. They take care of both the calculation of costs and the estimation of possible risks. Bid managers are responsible for communication with the contracting company or institutions. They work together with project managers serve as an interface to customers in larger companies. They are often the primarily responsible for the offers (proposals) and their presentation.

Tasks

Tasks include -
(a) Planning and organizing special sales and marketing programmes based on sales records and market assessments;
(b) Determining price lists, discount and delivery terms, sales promotion budgets, sales methods, special incentives and campaigns;
(c) Establishing and directing operational and administrative procedures related to sales and marketing activities;
(d) Leading and managing the activities of sales and marketing staff;
(e) Planning and directing daily operations;
(f) Establishing and managing budgets and controlling expenditure to ensure the efficient use of resources;
(g) Overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff;
(h) Representing the enterprise or organization at sales and marketing conventions, trade exhibitions and other forums.