Siemens India
Siemens India | Commercial Project and Bid Manager
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Job Highlights
Responsibilities
- We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Commercial Project & Bid Manager to manage the full commercial lifecycle—from bid preparation through project execution and closure—for mid-to-large Mobility projects.
- This role combines responsibilities in project controlling, contract management, bid financials, and risk management, ensuring profitability and compliance across all phases.
- In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come.
- Support the Project Manager in all commercial and financial matters.
- Drive project profitability and asset optimization through proactive financial management.
- Manage bank guarantees, insurance, taxation, and contractual obligations.
- Prepare accurate and timely cost & cash flow forecasts.
- Conduct project reviews, milestone tracking, and status reporting to management.
- Ensure compliance with internal governance (ICFR), financial controls, and reporting standards.
- Manage vendor commercial aspects, including Supplier invoices and payments and Letters of Credit (LC).
- Maintain regular coordination with customers, including site visits.
- Identify and evaluate risks & opportunities, implement mitigation measures, and maintain reserves.
- Handle contract execution activities, including Managing claims and counterclaims; Contract amendments and negotiations.
- Prepare final project reports including lessons learned.
- Lead and support commercial activities during tendering and bid submission.
- Develop costing models and pricing strategies for mid-to-large projects.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Tax, Legal, Insurance, Logistics) to ensure comprehensive bid input.
- Handle bid-related financial instruments: EMD, Bid Bonds, Bank Guarantees, LOA, Commercial Forms.
- Perform financial analysis and business case evaluation for strategic opportunities.
- Ensure timely and compliant submission of bids.
- Support negotiations with customers, consortium partners, and subcontractors on commercial terms and risks.
- Collaborate with internal functions for P&L, balance sheet, and debtor reviews.
- Prepare management reports and presentations on financial and project performance.
- Drive process improvements and use of digital tools/automation for operational efficiency.
- Work on strategic business transactions and ad-hoc analysis to address complex challenges.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in commercial project management, controlling, or bid management, with prior exposure to EPC, infrastructure, or mobility projects considered an advantage.
- Should possess strong expertise in financial modeling, costing analysis, project controlling, and cash flow management, along with advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP.
- A solid understanding of contract law, taxation, insurance, and risk management is essential.
- The role demands the ability to interpret complex contracts and commercial frameworks, identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies, and work independently in a complex, matrix-driven environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are critical for success in this position.
About the company
Siemens
Siemens is a technology company founded in Berlin in 1847 and headquartered in Munich, Germany. It works across industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare, combining automation, electrification and software. Siemens has been present in India since 1867; Siemens Limited, its flagship company in India, is listed on the NSE and BSE, is headquartered in Mumbai and serves customers in digital industries, smart infrastructure and mobility.
Siemens Technology and Services Private Limited runs Siemens' global business services and technology centres in India, including finance and procurement services and controlling and reporting teams in cities such as Thane, Bengaluru and Pune. Finance roles at Siemens in India cover business controlling, financial reporting, accounting and closing, tax, treasury and audit, and suit CA, CMA (ICWA) and MBA (Finance) professionals as well as commerce graduates.
