B2B Nordic Bid Manager

Welcome to the leading electronics retail team in the Nordics! We pride ourselves on improving lives by providing amazing technology in an affordable and sustainable way. Our success is driven by collaboration and exceptional expertise. At our Nordic HQ, around 420 colleagues in specialized roles support our retail chains, suppliers, and stakeholders across the region. Join us and be part of our success!

About the job

Business-to-Business (B2B) is the most important growth area for Elkjøp Nordic looking ahead, and a central part of Elkjøp's overall company strategy. We are now looking for a key role in the central B2B sales team.

The Nordic Bid Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, handling, and reporting on the Nordic tender market in collaboration with Elkjøp’s country bid managers. Moreover, the role will identify, prioritize, and set in place actions to improve practices required to answer and win future tenders.

The role will collaborate with other functions and departments to ensure that we jointly reach the growth and revenue targets. The role requires a deep understanding of B2B sales processes, management skills, and the ability to foster relationships with key stakeholders.

Why should we choose you?

You are the one both we and our customers rely on. To be able to contribute to our team we believe you have:

• Master’s degree in business administration, legal, compliance, or a related field. Relevant experience can compensate for lack of formal educational qualifications.
• Experience with bids & tenders (private and public sector) from several of the Nordic markets.
• Proven track record of success in B2B bid leadership roles, and more than three years of operational experience with Bids & tenders.
• Experience, direct or indirect, of legal matters/requirements/processes.
• Experience with ISO certifications, ISO audits and equivalents.
• Established relationships/networks within our business areas (IT, Telecom and/or appliances).

To succeed in the role we think it is important that you posess some of the following competencies:

• You have the ability to break down and analyze information effectively. You identify the causes of problems and propose realistic and practical solutions to address them.
• Your leadership style inspires enthusiasm in others, encouraging individuals to successfully achieve goals and objectives.
• You are able to (indirectly) lead a dedicated and competent team of Bid Managers across the Nordics (strategy, tools, meetings, governance).
• You easily adapt to new situations and ways of working. You are receptive to changes and demonstrate a willingness to adapt to them effectively.
• You organize information and resources effectively. You prioritize tasks according to their urgency and/or importance.
• You demonstrate resilience when faced with setbacks. You show tenacity and continue to strive to reach goals, despite obstacles.

Why should you choose us?
Working in Elkjøp Nordic is fast-paced, fun and exciting. We are at the forefront in both technology and customer experience, and always eager to find new and better ways.

At our Nordic HQ you will benefit from working with around 400 highly skilled employees and experienced leaders who want you to achieve your goals. You will be part of a team that makes a difference every day, where your most important job is to make life easier for our retail colleagues and our business- and private customers. When you reach your goals, we for sure will be there to celebrate with you.

We have been around since 1962 and have a thriving business, with a strong culture that is the foundation of our success. Our common goal is to always make sure our customers are happy, and our values Responsibility, Engagement and Efficiency guide us in everything we do. With us, your engagement, ambitions, and commitment will take you far – because we love to help colleagues grow and find exciting new opportunities within the company. 

At Elkjøp Nordic, you'll join an inspiring work environment with supportive colleagues, strong team spirit, and a shared belief in our mission. We provide comprehensive onboarding and training to ensure your success. Together with our more than 10,000 Nordic retail colleagues, we serve millions of customers daily. Our ambitious sustainability strategy aims to create a better future for our customers, ourselves, and the planet. Our modern office in Nydalen, Oslo, features an excellent canteen, our own gym, and numerous employee benefits. As part of Currys (UK), one of the world's largest electronics retailers, we offer endless opportunities in the world of technology. We embrace diversity and strive to make everyone feel welcome and inspired and are proud of being different together! Excited? Apply and tell us why you want to join us, your expectations as an employee, and how you can contribute to our success. Please note that we use assessments and background checks in our recruitment process.