Job Description

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: www.clarksons.com
Discover our port services: www.clarksons.com/port-services

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!