Senior RFP & Bid Manager, EMEA

About Keyfactor Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor! Title : Senior RFP & Bid Manager, EMEA Location : Stockholm, Sweden; Aachen, Germany; Barcelona or Madrid, Spain; United Kingdom Experience : Senior Job Function : Revenue Operations Employment Type : Full-Time Industry : Computer and Network Security About the position The Senior RFP & Bid Manager, EMEA is responsible for establishing, managing, and continuously improving the RFP, RFI, and tender response management framework across Keyfactor's EMEA sales organization. Operating as a specialized individual contributor, the role owns the operational processes, governance standards, tools, and knowledge management practices required to support effective and consistent bid responses. The position coordinates the end-to-end RFP response process, working closely with Sales, Solutions Engineering, and other relevant departments to obtain required inputs, manage timelines and dependencies, and facilitate accurate, complete, and timely submissions. The role applies specialized knowledge of bid management practices and procurement procedures to identify operational risks, recommend appropriate response approaches, and drive improvements in process effectiveness and efficiency. As part of a newly established function, the role develops scalable operating practices and documentation to support the continued development of RFP management capabilities within EMEA and potential future adoption in other regions. This position can be based out of our offices in following locations and we have a hybrid work model: Stockholm (Sweden), Barcelona or Madrid (Spain), Aachen, Germany or United Kingdom. Responsibilities • Own and continuously improve the EMEA RFP and bid management operating framework , establishing standardized intake procedures, response workflows, submission controls, and governance practices to ensure consistent and effective execution across the region. • Coordinate the end-to-end execution of complex RFP, RFI, and tender responses , working closely with Sales, Solutions Engineering, Legal, Compliance, and other relevant functions to obtain required inputs, manage timelines and dependencies, and ensure timely, accurate, and complete submissions. • Develop and continuously improve bid management methodologies and standards , identifying operational inefficiencies, evaluating improvement opportunities, and implementing solutions to enhance response quality, turnaround time, and cross-functional effectiveness. • Apply specialized knowledge of public and private tender procedures , assessing procedural requirements, identifying submission risks, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders on appropriate response processes while escalating matters requiring legal, compliance, or commercial decisions to the relevant functions. • Establish and govern a centralized RFP content and knowledge management framework , including the administration of Loopio and approved supporting tools, ensuring content accuracy, consistency, currency, and appropriate validation by relevant subject-matter experts. • Facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration throughout the bid response process , coordinating contributions from Sales, Solutions Engi