Fantastic Opportunity! Our client who is manufacturing leader in the Electrical CableIndustry is looking to appoint a Tender Manager at their facility in Melbourne’s south-easternsuburbs. You would be reporting to the National Project Manager. If you are looking for a great place to work, with great benefits and a tight knit team.

- Great team environment
- Retirement Fund
- Flexible Work Hours

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of national tender opportunities across both government and private sectors
- Collaborate closely with the sales, engineering, operations, & governance teams
- Producing high-quality, compliant, & competitive submissions that effectively showcase the company’s technical capabilities & commercial value
- Research and analyse market trends to identify and assess new business opportunities.
- Lead the end-to-end process for tenders, EOIs, RFQs, and proposals—from strategic planning to post-submission activities.
- Interpret technical requirements to craft compelling, customer-aligned strategies that support overall business objectives.
- Drive revenue growth through successful tender outcomes, market penetration, and proactive sales leadership.
- Achieve or exceed sales targets by delivering persuasive presentations, conducting site visits, and leading contract negotiations.
- Ensure all submissions clearly articulate our value proposition while meeting compliance, governance, and risk management standards

Experience Required:





- At least 5 years of experience in the electrical industry, including roles in sales, engineering, installations, or business development
- Proven experience in managing the full tender lifecycle
- In-depth knowledge of the electrical and manufacturing sectors
- A solid track record of securing complex tenders across industries such as construction, energy, mining, infrastructure, manufacturing, and industrial
- Solid understanding of electrical engineering concepts, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical stakeholders
- Demonstrated expertise in project management, market research, marketing, and stakeholder engagement
- Strong commercial insight, including knowledge of compliance standards, cost structures, margin management, and pricing strategies
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, as well as ERP, CRM, reporting tools, and tender management platforms
- Ability to manage deadlines, assess risks, solve problems, and take a proactive approach to delivery

Qualifications Required:

- Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering or a related discipline (additional qualifications in business, finance, or marketing will be highly regarded)
- Knowledge and understanding of the cable industry is essential
- Driver’s Licence

Please note that you need to reside in Australia to be considered for this position.

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📌 Tender Manager (Victoria)
🏢 RPR Trades
📍 Victoria