Bid Coordinator- Riyadh

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy operations risk management and organization transformation. The firm has 7000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business improve their operations and risk profile and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan NYSE: MMC.

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Oliver Wyman is now looking for a Bid Coordinatorfor the IMEA Region!



This role is based out of our Riyadh Office.



The Opportunity


As a vital support role the Business Development Admin Manager works closely with the Business Development Manager to facilitate and streamline various administrative and operational aspects of business development activities. This position is pivotal in coordinating the BD teams efforts managing essential administrative tasks and contributing to the RfP process.

The role demands excellent organizational skills proactive engagement and effective communication abilities ensuring smooth coordination within the team and with internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include document preparation and assisting with RfP submissions providing a critical support system to the Industry leads and BD Manager.

Ideal for a detailoriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment this role requires the ability to juggle multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality and professionalism. The Business Development Admin Manager is key to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our business development strategies and processes playing an integral role in the teams success.


Key responsibilities of the role include:



Support the Business Development Manager in administrative responsibilities including gathering input for Pipeline management and coordinating with industry leads partners and the BD support admin team.

Own and manage the regions pipeline records monitor and dispatch emails coming to inboxes and spot check existing solutions as well as suggest new ones if applicable to increase efficiency.

Coordinate with different industries on the endtoend bidding cycle ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required tasks.

Ensure proposal submissions are completed with full compliance with the Request for Proposal (RFP) release process with the support of the Business Development Manager

Follow the agreed process for RfP management and maintain regular liaison with the BD Manager and other stakeholders.

Assist with registering OW as a new vendor or ensure that we are already registered in our client portals.

Provide support in problemsolving that may arise during the tendering process or postaward collaborating with the BD admin team and Executive Assistants (EAs) to find effective solutions.

Work closely with the BD admin team and EAs to ensure smooth workflow and adherence to compliance requirements.

Familiarize yourself with different client portals to be able to support various requests during the bid process such as requesting extensions scheduling clarification meetings and accessing necessary documents.

Maintain accurate and uptodate records of all business development activities including bid documents Bonds contracts and correspondence.

Collaborate with crossfunctional teams such as Finance Legal and Operations to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the bidding process.

Uphold the highest standards of professionalism confidentiality and ethical conduct in all interactions and tasks.

Proactively flag any challenges or improvements needed/identified for the process minimize risks and dependency


Experience Required



Bachelors degree in Business Management Administration or related field.

A Minimum of two years experience in a similar role preferably within a management consulting firm.

Knowledge of the bidding process and familiarity with Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements is highly desirable.



Skills and Attributes




Team player who can work with different personalities and working styles.

Proactive and creative approach to problemsolving adaptable to changing situations with a solutionfocused mindset.

Displays eagerness to take on responsibilities learn and actively contribute to team success.

Exhibits meticulous attention to detail in document preparation data accuracy and file management.

Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment and strive under pressure.

Coordinating among various stakeholders across different levels and industries ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

Skilled in efficiently prioritizing tasks and adeptly using time management tools to meet deadlines.

Proficient in handling sensitive information with a strong understanding of data privacy and discretion.


Technical Skills


Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English are essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Project management skill is a plus.



Why join us at Oliver Wyman



At Oliver Wyman
we lead with heart
we love what we do and have fun while we do it! We also
strive for breakthroughs
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If you share these values and want to
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and achieve the amazing with us!

Were individuals who are selfstarting motivated energetic entrepreneurial about what we do

We have the common aspiration to have an impact leave a legacy and change the world. We have no interest in running a steadystate business. We want to build grow and shape the environment around us

We value an environment where every member of Oliver Wyman is encouraged and expected to voice his or her opinion

We believe that to create a true meritocracy we need to remove artificial barriers to opportunity

We value people whose lives balance work and nonwork activities because we believe they are both more interesting colleagues and are able to make better contributions to the Firm.

We push ourselves hard to deliver excellence but we also work to extract the maximum benefit from the flexibility of a projectbased business. We provide the ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons. We fundamentally value each others time and are sensitive to how it is used. We are an output not inputbased culture have respect for peoples personal decisions and believe that ones workload must be sustainable. We seek balance for ourselves and our colleagues.

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