Siemens Jobs

Job Family: Finance

Req ID: 407400

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Rail systems must do one thing above all: run. With modern maintenance solutions – from diagnostics to data-based action recommendations, from quick delivery of replacement parts to strategically planned modernization – we ensure your systems' highest reliability and availability: 100% Railability .

Good service means we are there for our partners and customers when they need us – and beyond. That is because we define ourselves by what we do. Every day, every hour, every minute. We help our customers move the world.

Position Overview:

The Bid Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the successful preparation, submission, and tracking of bids and proposals for rail projects. This role requires a technical understanding of the rail components, operations overview, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality bids.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Bid Development: Understand the technical and commercial requirements of the project and align HQ group in Nuremberg, Germany along with Rolling Stock group in Sacramento, CA

• Bid Coordination and Management: Lead and manage the bid process, coordinating with internal stakeholders (engineering, finance, procurement, etc.) and external partners/subcontractors to gather necessary information and ensure timely submission of bids.

• Proposal Creation: Prepare a technically accurate, and commercially sound proposal and ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with bids, ensuring all submissions are in line with regulatory, safety, and quality standards specific to the rail industry.

• Client Relationship Management: Foster relationships with Rolling Stock group in Sacramento, CA, understand their needs, and tailor bids to address their specific requirements. Attend meetings, presentations, and negotiations as needed.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• Has knowledge of developing and contributing product cost analysis and pricing models.

• Is a results-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and maintains a calm approach when operating under pressure.

• Can successfully pivots from proposal to proposal to meet deadlines to ensure on-time submission of a compliant and compelling bid. The Bid Manager may be assigned multiple tasks daily.

• Network and communicate with colleagues across businesses.

• Will work in an international team and should have a high degree of cultural awareness.

• Demonstrate the ability to work with technical concepts.

• Has a curiosity and a desire to learn about new technologies and processes.

• Takes initiative to learn our product portfolio, components, and part numbers.

• Has the ability to thrive with limited structure.

• Innovative thinking, problem solving, and demonstrate team collaboration and influencing skills.

• Strong follow-through and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Must be able to complete job responsibilities working within different time zone as needed such as attending late night/early morning meetings by phone and/or web to meet business needs.

• Can develop project schedules as needed with limited information.

• Should have knowledgeable of FTA Buy America and FRA Buy American programs. Will be expected to become the resident expert for the Traction Group.

• Have experience working with tactical and strategic purchasing

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant field (Master's degree preferred).

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a bid management role within the rail industry or similar sectors.

• In-depth knowledge of rail technologies, regulations, and market trends.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple bids simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and writing skills to create technically sound proposals.

• Strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and strong decision-making skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office.

• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!

• We believe that each member of our team is accountable for making decisions, solving problems, and taking actions that contribute to long-term impact and financial success.

• We do the right thing. We stand for green innovations and meaningful solutions with impact on customers, ecosystem partners, society, and environment.

• We are frontrunners in digitalization and building platforms. Therefore, we are hiring ambitious forward-thinkers who want to have a real impact.

• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.

• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning. We operate daily with a growth mindset - that's why Siemens consistently ranks on the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list!

• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html . The base salary range for this position in Alpharetta, GA is $107,500 - $145,000 and the annual incentive target is 10% of the base salary.

#LI-ND1

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) .

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Siemens follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) .

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here (https://new.siemens.com/us/en/general/legal/us-internet-privacy-notice-state-rights.html) .