Proposal Specialist page is loaded## Proposal Specialistlocations: Ipswichtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101308Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.# About the roleAs our new Proposals Specialist, you will be an integral member of the UK & Nordics Commercial Operations team. You will lead the preparation and delivery of high‐quality quotations, ensuring our proposals are accurate, compelling and aligned with both customer needs and our operational capabilities.**What you'll be doing*** Owning the full enquiry and quotation process—from qualification to final submission.* Acting as the key point of contact for internal teams and customers throughout the bid lifecycle.* Structuring, refining and submitting proposals that highlight our technical strengths and differentiators.* Collaborating with engineering, operations, sales, procurement and finance to develop commercially competitive bids.* Supporting the sales team with clarifications, follow-ups and customer engagement.* Continuously improving bid processes to drive efficiency and accuracy.**What you'll bring*** Experience in tendering, proposals or commercial coordination.* Technical understanding of rotating equipment is an advantage (but not essential).* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.* High attention to detail and a proactive, customer-focused attitude.* Familiarity with CRM systems—Salesforce experience is beneficial.# What we offer you* A competitive basic salary* A company-wide bonus scheme* 33 days annual leave.* Defined pension contributions.* Access to Medicash helping you cover everyday health costs like dental optical and physiotherapy plus a range of wellbeing perks.* Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes.* Access to discounts on shopping entertainment lifestyle plus opportunity to apply for Costco membership.* Discounted personal car leasing for you your family and friends.* Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment.* Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways.* Were proud to support those who've served. Sulzer is a Bronze Award holder under the MoDs Defence Employer Recognition Scheme meaning we actively welcome and support ex-military personnel and reservists in building successful careers with us.Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.#J-18808-Ljbffr