Lead Proposal Specialist (OFSE - SC) Houston

Lead Proposals Specialist

Are you a Tender/Proposals Specialist looking for a new direction?

Are you passionate about providing commercial solutions?

In FPS Onshore we manufacture Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipe for use in Onshore Oil & Gas applications.

Partner with the best

As the Lead Proposals Specialist, you will be responsible for leading the development and submission of proposals in response to client requests, requests for information, and other bid opportunities. You will also play a critical role in driving business growth by submitting winning proposals to key customers in the market.

As a Lead Proposals Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the end-to-end proposal development process, including analyzing requirements, developing proposal outlines and schedules, coordinating with subject matter experts, and writing and editing proposal content.
• Collaborating with our legal support team to read, interpret and negotiate contracts with International Commercial Customers.
• Developing and maintaining a repository of proposal content, templates, and best practices to streamline the proposal development process and ensure consistency and quality.
• Conducting reviews and revisions of proposal drafts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Managing multiple proposal deadlines and priorities simultaneously to meet submission deadlines and achieve business objectives.
• Assessing true commercial risk to ensure correct mitigation are established and appropriate contingencies are applied.
• Completing handover documentation to the operational business upon contract award.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, engineering or a related field.
• Have proven experience in proposal development, preferably in a technology or professional services industry.
• Have previous experience reading, comprehending and negotiating contracts (with legal support)
• Have proven track record of successfully leading and winning complex proposals for large-scale projects or contracts.
• Have strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, compelling proposals.
• Be proficient in proposal development tools and software, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and proposal automation platforms.
• Have previous experience with CRM/Sales Force/Oracle.
• Have the ability to read and organize responses for RFP/Tenders.
• Have experience gathering information and writing tender documents as well as clarification responses.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Education Assistance
• Generous Parental Leave
• Mental Health resources
• Dependent Care
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.