Lead Tender Specialist

Career Area: Sales

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Backed by the power of Caterpillar, SPM Oil & Gas is a global provider of surface frac solutions, bringing you quality products that keep the oilfield moving. Through a distinguished network of trusted and proven oilfield products, combined with the best minds in the industry, SPM solves and prevents the most common frac site problems for operators, engineers and every vested stakeholder.

This is a role within SPM Oil & Gas (A Caterpillar Company), Pressure Control Eastern Hemisphere for Surface Wellhead & X’mas Tree). The personnel support achievement of the business plan by taking ownership of the end-to-end bid process, which includes managing all aspects of tender work and the final compilation of all documents in a completed bid package for submission to the customer before the bid closing date.

What You Will Do: ​

• Timely submissions: Ensure all assigned tenders, RFQs, and RFIs are submitted on schedule and in compliance with company standards and guidelines.
• Bid management: Lead and coordinate the preparation of bid submissions, setting timelines and deliverables with all stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with Legal, Engineering, Quality, EHS, Finance, HR, Operations, Sales, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop winning bid strategies.
• Stakeholder follow-up: Ensure timely responses from stakeholders to meet customer requirements.
• Document review: Compile and review all stakeholder-provided documents for final bid submission.
• Technical evaluation: Assess customer specifications/requirements and collaborate with Engineering to prepare accurate Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Cost analysis: Partner with Costing and SCM teams to conduct competitive costing analysis.
• Sales strategy: Work with Sales to define winning strategies and prepare pricing presentations for management review.
• Clarification management: Track and close out outstanding points or clarifications with stakeholders and customers.
• Team support: Assist superiors in mentoring and guiding junior team members.
• Data analysis: Collect and analyze data as required by supervisors.
• Additional tasks: Carry out any other duties assigned by supervisors or management.

What You Have:

• Bachelor's degree with at least 6-8 years of related tendering experience, with proven track record in tendering for Pressure Control – Surface Wellhead and X’mas Tree equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a tender team, with prior experience managing cross-functional collaboration and guiding junior members.
• Ability to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and strong competency in MS Office applications

Additional Info: ​

• This position requires working onsite five days a week.
• Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at http://www.caterpillar.com/careers.
• International Assignment is not available.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates: May 22, 2026 - June 4, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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