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Fortinet, Inc.

Bid & Pricing Manager

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $180K/yr

The Bid & Commercial Manager is responsible for managing complex bids and commercial proposals from ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to influence without authority Results ...

Thales

Bid Manager Americas

Austin, TX · On-site

Write, edit, and oversee proposal content that clearly communicates Thales's strengths, solutions ... Bid Tracking and Reporting: * Maintain a Loopio database of past bids, questions and answers ...

Thales

Bid Manager Americas

Austin, TX · On-site

Write, edit, and oversee proposal content that clearly communicates Thales's strengths, solutions ... Bid Tracking and Reporting: * Maintain a Loopio database of past bids, questions and answers ...

Wilson

Proposal Specialist - US & Canada (Remote)

... WILL - Bid writing and coordination: coordination and response writing for bids, ranging in size and complexity from single country / service lines to multi-country total talent solutions across ...

Rackspace Technology

Bid Manager - Healthcare

$78K/yr

The Bid Manager - Healthcare plays a critical role within the Deal Hub, providing specialist bid ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for proposal development and ...

HeadHR

NY · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Strong written skills to craft proposals that meet tender requirements, show the solution's value ... Minimum 3 years' professional experience in project and/or bid management in the public sector or ...

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Fortinet, Inc.

Bid & Pricing Manager

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$130K - $180K/yr

The Bid & Commercial Manager is responsible for managing complex bids and commercial proposals from ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to influence without authority • ...

VisionNav

Solution Engineer

Lawrenceville, GA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... bid writing, the core content includes: project plan, product selection, technical parameters, acceptance methods, time points, etc.. 4. in the project bidding session, assist the company's sales ...

New

Atos

Bid Manager - Next Generation

OR · On-site +1

Excellent written and verbal communication; confident presenting to senior executives. * Digital and AI expertise Hands-on experience with AI tools for bid design, content creation, and analysis such ...

Rackspace

Bid Manager - Healthcare

$78K/yr

The Bid Manager - Healthcare plays a critical role within the Deal Hub, providing specialist bid ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for proposal development and ...

Atos

Bid Manager - Next Generation

OR · Remote

Excellent written and verbal communication; confident presenting to senior executives. * Digital and AI expertise Hands-on experience with AI tools for bid design, content creation, and analysis such ...

Atos

Bid Manager - Next Generation

OR · Remote

Excellent written and verbal communication; confident presenting to senior executives. * Digital and AI expertise Hands-on experience with AI tools for bid design, content creation, and analysis such ...

Atos

Bid Manager - Next Generation

OR · On-site +1

Excellent written and verbal communication; confident presenting to senior executives. * Digital and AI expertise Hands-on experience with AI tools for bid design, content creation, and analysis such ...

BDO USA

Bid Manager, Public Sector

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

The Bid Manager, Public Sector is responsible for managing workflow, creating high-value and ... Facilitates collaborative (color team) writing/review process for complex methodologies and other ...

MBC Companies Lebanon LLC

Bid Analyst

Mcdonald, TN · On-site

Completes the bid on time and within budget. b. Ensures all the client's questions have been ... Competencies: 1. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal -especially phone etiquette. 2. ...

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How much do bid writing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for bid writing in the United States is $32.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.77 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can you be a freelance bid writer?

Yes, bid writing can be done on a freelance basis, allowing individuals to work independently for clients or companies. Freelance bid writers typically need strong writing skills, knowledge of procurement processes, and the ability to meet deadlines, often using tools like Microsoft Office or bid management software.

How much do bid writers get paid?

Bid writers typically earn between $30,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior or specialized bid writers with strong writing and project management skills can earn higher salaries, often supplemented by bonuses or commissions for successful bids.

How to get into bid writing?

To get into bid writing, develop strong writing and research skills, gain experience in proposal development, and understand the industry or sector you want to work in. Many bid writers have backgrounds in project management, marketing, or business, and may pursue certifications such as the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP). Familiarity with bid management tools and the ability to meet deadlines are also important.

Is bid writing easy?

Bid writing is a skill-based task that requires understanding client needs, project details, and the criteria for successful proposals. It often involves research, clear communication, and attention to detail, making it challenging for beginners but manageable with experience and training. Effective bid writers use tools like templates and software to improve efficiency and consistency.
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Bid & Pricing Manager

Fortinet, Inc.

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site, Remote

$130K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Bid & Commercial Manager is responsible for managing complex bids and commercial proposals from opportunity qualification through contract signature. The role combines bid orchestration & pricing shaping while ensuring that offers are competitive, compliant, commercially sound, and aligned with company strategy & corporate policies. This involves close collaboration and interactions with Sales, Technical teams, Support & Services teams, InfoSec, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Product, and any other required stakeholders.

Core Responsibilities (non-exhaustive)

 

  • Manage the end-to-end bid process for Enterprise and public tenders

      Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and contract requirements (commercial, financial, and legal)

      Support bid/no-bid decisions through risk and opportunity assessment

      Contribute to the commercial strategy and win themes in collaboration with sales

      Coordinate inputs from internal/external stakeholders to deliver high-quality proposals

      Ensure bids are submitted on time and fully compliant with customer requirements

      Prepare and lead internal bid review meetings

      Build business cases ensuring financial compelling offer while protecting company margin

  • Develop pricing models, cost structures, and margin analyses

      Build and validate commercial assumptions and financial scenarios

      Ensure compliance with internal commercial governance and approval processes

      Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks and propose mitigation actions

      Support commercial and contractual negotiations with customers along with sales

      Contribute to contract finalization and handover to relevant post-sales teams

      Maintain bid documentation, templates, and commercial standards

      Capture lessons learned from won and lost bids to improve future performance

      Track and report bid KPIs (win rate, margins, compliance, deadlines)

Profile Requirements

 

      Master's degree (Business, Engineering, Finance, or equivalent)

      Proven experience (typically 8+ years) in bid management, commercial/contract management

      Experience in project-based or contract-driven industries is an advantage

      Strong understanding of bid and tender processes

      Solid financial and commercial acumen (pricing, margins, cost modelling)

      Good knowledge of contract terms and commercial risk management

      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

      Fluent Spanish/Portuguese is a plus 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

      Ability to influence without authority

      Results-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. 

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be $130,000 - $180,000 Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion

Fortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world's largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet's Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone.

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