Proposal Specialist

About the role

Sulzer is a leading independent electromechanical and rotating equipment service provider, delivering maintenance, repair, overhaul, and engineered solutions across critical industries. With 14 UK service centres and access to a global network, we offer fast, expert support for pumps, motors, turbines, compressors, generators and more. We operate across essential markets including water & wastewater, energy, chemicals, marine, industrial manufacturing and renewables. We are now looking for a Proposals Specialist to join our UK & Nordics Commercial Operations team. This role has become available following the retirement of a long‑serving colleague, offering a fantastic opportunity to step into an established and valued position with real impact across the business. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and developing our spares offering across the network, leading the preparation and delivery of high‑quality quotations that are accurate, competitive and aligned with customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Owning the full enquiry and quotation process-from qualification through 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
• Taking a lead role in reviewing and developing spares proposals across the UK network
• Continuously improving bid processes to drive efficiency and accuracy

Requirements

• Experience in tendering, proposals or commercial coordination
• A technical understanding of rotating equipment (advantageous but not essential)
• Any technical experience within the motor industry or the ability to read and interpret general arrangement (GA) drawings would be a strong advantage
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail and a proactive, customer-focused approach
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce experience would be 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 Silver 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.

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Additional Information

Sulzer 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.

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