Bid Project Manager

Company Description Eklavya Analytics and Consulting is dedicated to driving data-driven growth by transforming raw data into actionable insights and strategies for businesses. Offering solutions such as market research, advanced analytics, IT solutions, and advisory services, we provide tailored support for businesses across industries, including healthcare, IT, FMCG, finance, and more. With strong domain expertise and a global perspective, we empower organizations to stay competitive through informed decision-making and innovative solutions. Our commitment is to deliver measurable progress through comprehensive research, strategic consulting, and cutting-edge technologies. Role Description This is a full time role of Bid Manager the one who owns the costing and proposal process for incoming research briefs - translating client requirements into accurate, competitive, and well-documented bids. This role sits at the intersection of research design, vendor pricing, and commercial strategy, and is critical to converting opportunities into won business. Key Responsibilities Review incoming RFPs/RFQs for CAPI/CATI studies (both Qualitative and Quantitative) and briefs to understand study scope, methodology, sample requirements, and timelinesPrepare detailed cost sheets and pricing proposals for quantitative and qualitative studies across domestic and international marketsLiaise with field vendors, panel providers, and translation/transcription partners to obtain competitive quotes (CATI, qualitative recruitment, offline fieldwork)Draft and refine RFQ/RFP communications to vendors, ensuring clear specification of sample criteria, incidence rates, LOI, and quotasBuild and maintain supplier/vendor cost databases across geographies and methodologies for quick turnaround on future bidsCoordinate with the project management and client servicing teams to align proposed costs with study feasibility and client budget expectationsTrack win/loss rates on submitted bids and maintain a repository of historical pricing benchmarksSupport business development by preparing capability decks, cost comparisons, and feasibility notes for prospective clientsEnsure all bid documentation is accurate, timely, and consistent with company commercial guidelines Required Skills & Experience 1-3 years of experience in market research operations, bid/proposal management for CAPI/CATI projects (both Quantitative and Qualitative), or vendor procurement (research industry strongly preferred)Working knowledge and understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research methodologies and sample costing logicStrong proficiency in MS Excel for cost modelling and comparison sheetsExcellent written communication skills for vendor correspondence and client-facing proposalsAbility to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight turnaround timesComfortable working with international vendors and clients across different time zones Preferred Attributes Prior exposure to global market research vendor networks or panel providersDetail-oriented with strong numerical accuracyCommercially minded with an interest in business development .