Global Search Network ยท 4 hours ago
Bid Project Manager
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Responsibilities
Identify and develop new contract manufacturing and packaging opportunities, focusing on Fortune 500 clients and high-value accounts.
Lead sales strategies to grow existing customer relationships and secure new clients in targeted sectors.
Drive proactive business development, including solution design, RFP responses, pricing strategies, and win plans.
Collaborate with internal departments (Procurement, R&D, New Product Development, and Planning) to prepare compelling proposals.
Serve as the primary liaison for plant tours, customer visits, and stakeholder engagement events.
Monitor industry trends to identify risks and opportunities, ensuring the company remains competitive.
Oversee the full project lifecycle for new business opportunities, including technical assessment, investment calculations, and process development.
Manage the preparation of cost models, including labor, materials, operational space, and start-up costs.
Develop business processes, technical layouts, and facility requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Lead the startup and ramp-up of new projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution.
Create risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for new initiatives.
Collaborate on the development of automation roadmaps and operational improvement plans.
Actively participate in strategic planning, contributing to developing a startup readiness playbook for North America and Europe.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, loss prevention processes, and automation strategies.
Provide leadership and support for cross-departmental projects, fostering alignment and operational efficiency.
Support the creation of layouts and workflows for new facilities or production lines.
Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring profitability and alignment with business goals.
Lead the quotation process for new opportunities, including profit and loss (P&L) analysis.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting on project progress, deviations, and outcomes to both internal and external stakeholders.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
PMP certification.
5+ years in contract manufacturing and packaging.
Experience in the CPG, Food & Beverage, or Healthcare industries.
Proven track record in business development, large-scale project management, and strategic planning.
Expertise in customer relationship management, solution development, and complex selling.
Deep understanding of manufacturing and packaging processes, financial modeling, and operational workflows.
Must be open to extensive travel.
Company
Global Search Network
With our Headquarters in Tampa, FL, but servicing Food and Beverage Plants across the country, Global Search Network has established success in the recruiting of personnel since 1994.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase