Transform the everyday with us.
We are looking for a
Proposal Manager for Primary MV Switchgears
, with experience in tendering activities for Medium Voltage switchgears and protection systems, to be hired on a
permanent contract in Milan
, within the
Electrification & Automation
area.
In this role, you will contribute to defining the best
technical and commercial solutions
, supporting and progressively managing the
end?to?end bid process
for public and private tenders, ensuring high?quality and competitive offers.
Siemens is a focused technology company, pioneering intelligent solutions that transform the everyday in manufacturing, grids, buildings, and transportation. Our technology addresses real problems that affect the future of humanity.
As
Proposal
Manager
for Primary MV Switchgears,
your main responsibilities will be:
Analyze customer requests, single line diagrams and technical specifications in order to identify the most suitable technical and economical solutions, based on the available portfolio
Prepare accurate offer evaluations and cost calculations, according to technical requirements, using configuration tools and following all applicable processes and policies
Manage the bid process end?to?end, with increasing autonomy, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal company standards, and delivering high?quality offers
Ensure customer expectations are met across technical, commercial and contractual aspects
Take full ownership of standard bids and progressively support more complex or strategic opportunities, with guidance when required
Support the Sales organization by contributing to customer relationships, including participation in customer meetings when needed
Coordinate and collaborate with all relevant stakeholders (Sales, Procurement, internal departments, third parties)



to ensure consistency in terms of technical solution, pricing, risk assessment, contractual and safety aspects
Collaborate with Headquarters, factories, regional organizations and Product Managers
Participate in internal and/or external kick?off meetings to support a smooth handover from tender to order execution
Contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal processes, tools, templates and best practices, sharing lessons learned within the team
Actively participate in training, knowledge sharing and capability?building initiatives, strengthening technical and proposal management competencies
To succeed in this role, you should ideally have:
At least 3 years of experience in proposal / tendering activities for Primary MV Switchgears or within the electrical / electrotechnical discipline
Basic knowledge of tender processes for EPC projects, public customers, international projects or complex plants
Solid understanding of MV electrical distribution systems, electrical schemes and tender specifications
Good organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work in a structured, target?oriented environment
Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with the motivation to progressively take on broader responsibilities
Curiosity for new technologies, combined with a proactive and structured problem?solving mindset
Willingness to continuously learn and grow beyond daily operational activities
Effective communication with multiple stakeholders,



including senior roles
Respect and appreciation of each person's uniqueness, willingness to co create and share knowledge
Availability for national business trips and occasional international travel
Eligibility to work in Italy
Nice to have:
Experience or exposure to LV switchgears
Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar design tools
Interest in developing commercial, contractual and financial awareness
Technical or academic background in Electrical or Electrotechnical Engineering (or equivalent)
Excellent Italian
Fluent professional English (written and spoken), required for proposal preparation and stakeholder interaction
What We Offer
Flexibility: trust?based environment with an inclusive and flexible way of working driven by results; hybrid and remote working enabled by innovative tools
Welfare: flexible welfare programs, health insurance extendable to your family, accident insurance, and free on?site lunch options
Never stop growing: continuous learning opportunities, tailored development paths and individual learning journeys
Inclusive culture: a collaborative and respectful team environment where you can truly be yourself
Join us and be yourself. Inclusion is our ambition!
Siemens is an equal opportunity employer, offering a safe and inclusive work environment, based on mutual respect and the appreciation of uniqueness, guaranteeing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates to unleash their full potential.
Address to us your desired working conditions/ environment. Typically, this kind of position is full-time, however please feel free to ask for a more flexible arrangement if that suits better to you.
For more details about Siemens Italia please go to:
Our recruiting team is looking forward to getting to know you!

📌 Proposal Manager - Primary Mv Switchgears (Milano)
🏢 Siemens
📍 Milano