Vard Group

Ålesund

Ståle Fure

Vice President Sales

<p>SEAONICS is driving the future of intelligent, electrified handling and lifting solutions. We are looking for a structured and analytical Bid Controller to strengthen our commercial team. In this role, you will manage and coordinate the tender process, ensuring that bids are accurate, compliant, and competitive. The position combines commercial insight, financial understanding, and contractual awareness in a dynamic, international environment.</p><p>To build a strong foundation, the first year will include training within the Finance Department as a Project Controller, providing valuable insight into cost control, project value chain, project execution, and financial processes.</p><p>Even though we are looking for someone with relevant experience, we also welcome motivated young professionals eager to learn and grow into the role.</p>
<h2>Duties and responsibilities</h2>
<ul><li>Coordinate and structure the tender and bid process from start to submission</li><li>Validate cost estimates and ensure consistency between technical, commercial, and financial input<br></li><li>Monitor timelines and ensure that all documentation and deliverables are complete and compliant with customer requirements<br></li><li>Support the Sales Manager during negotiations and commercial clarifications<br></li><li>Ensure that risk assessments, margins, and delivery descriptions are consistent before final submission</li></ul>
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
<ul><li>Relevant education within business, finance, engineering, or law</li><li>Experience from tendering, project control, or commercial coordination, preferably within the offshore or maritime industry<br></li><li><span style="background-color: initial">Strong analytical mindset with the ability to structure and communicate complex information clearly</span></li><li>Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working with multiple stakeholders under time pressure<br></li><li>Understanding of contractual principles, terms and conditions, and risk management</li><li>Proficient in English, both written and spoken</li></ul>
<h2>Personal qualities</h2>
<ul><li>Structured and analytical, with a clear commercial mindset</li><li>Communicates clearly and builds trust across departments and disciplines<br></li><li>Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to balance precision and progress<br></li><li>Takes ownership, ensures quality, and contributes to a positive, collaborative working culture</li></ul>
<h2>We can offer</h2>
<ul><li>Positive work environment with challenging tasks in an international team</li><li>Opportunities for growth, learning, and personal development</li><li>Flexible work hours, competitive conditions, and solid benefits</li><li><span style="background-color: initial">Modern facilities and strong focus on employee well-being</span></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If you are motivated to contribute to a leading company in offshore handling equipment, whether experienced or at the start of your career, we would love to hear from you!</p>