Commercial Tender Coordinator
Location: Netherlands (flexible) | Full-time

Ready to take ownership of tenders that drive success in Commercial and Operational Maritime Services?

We at Clarksons Port Services (CPS BV) are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and commercially savvy Tender Engineer to join our growing Commercial Department. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and want to play a key role in winning strategic offshore and port service projects, this could be your next big career move.

What you’ll do:

As Tender Engineer, you will be an essential part of our tendering and commercial team, responsible for delivering high-quality, compelling proposals and pricing structures that win business and support long-term client partnerships. You will:

Manage and support the full tendering lifecycle from opportunity analysis to final submission.
Collaborate with Sales Managers, Account Managers, and subject matter experts to build winning strategies.
Draft, structure, and coordinate proposals, RFIs, pricing documents, and supporting materials.
Ensure tenders are clearly written, bespoke, fully compliant, and commercially sound.
Communicate with clients to understand their needs, tailor solutions, and build trust.
Help refine our bid processes and strategies based on performance and feedback.
Take ownership of commercial documentation and maintain accuracy in CRM systems.

What you bring:

We’re looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and thrives in a collaborative team setting.

Experience in tendering for complex, multi-stakeholder projects (onshore/offshore)
Proven ability to write and manage professional tender submissions, including pricing strategies
Strong communication skills in both verbal and written forms (Dutch & English preferred)
Ability to manage and set deadlines, juggle priorities, and work calmly under pressure
Attention to detail, process-driven, and proactive mindset
Confident working with MS Office and CRM platforms

About You:

You’re ambitious, curious, and client-focused.
You’re a natural relationship-builder and team player.
You bring energy, commitment, and a desire to continuously improve.
You take pride in delivering excellence, from formatting a proposal to negotiating terms.
You are eligible to work in The Netherlands and are a Dutch native speaker.

Why Clarksons?

At Clarksons, you’ll be part of a global maritime leader, offering a full ecosystem of services across shipping, logistics, and energy. With a proud history and a forward-looking vision, we are committed to empowering our people and making a positive impact in everything we do.

Learn more about who we are:
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Ready to chart your next course?

If you’re excited about shaping competitive, high-impact tenders in the maritime world we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s start the conversation!