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Senior Lead, Contract Proposal Management - US GTM

Role overview

Summary

This role focuses on bid coordination and management within Kyndryl's US Go-To-Market team. You will manage the bid process, ensuring compliance and effective communication among team members, while also overseeing budget management and documentation for successful contract registration.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in a business setting with exposure to business controls and risk management.
  • 3+ years of experience working with vendors.
  • Demonstrated business writing skills.
  • Experience driving a project to completion.
  • Preferred: Demonstrated leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Orchestrate the efforts of the bid team from the inception of a bid.
  • Gather and organize mandatory documents from various parties.
  • Manage bid budgets, including tracking usage and sending weekly reports.
  • Prepare mandatory documents and facilitate a smooth handover for contract registration.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Growth Mindedness
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability

About the company

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Kyndryl India

  • IT Services & Consulting
  • 10,001+
We have the world’s best talent that design, run, and manage the most advanced and reliable technology infrastructure each day. Together, we think holistically about the health of these vital technology ecosystems. We will be a focused, independent company that builds on our foundation of excellence by creating systems in new ways. Bringing in the right partners, investing in our business, and working side-by-side with our customers to unlock potential. We're raising the bar. Our experience speaks for itself: We have 90,000 highly skilled employees around the world serving 75 of the Fortune 100. But our purpose is what drives us: Advancing the vital systems that power human progress. Because when a digital ecosystem is healthy, it can more readily adapt and support continuous growth and that opens up a world of possibility for everyone. Together, we are the heart of progress.

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Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.


The Role

As a Contract Proposal Management Professional as part of the US Go-To- Market (GTM) team at Kyndryl, you will immerse yourself in the world of bid coordination and management. From the inception of a bid, you will orchestrate the efforts of the bid team. You will gather and organize mandatory documents from various parties, ensuring everything is meticulously stored in the designated tools. In collaboration with the Seller, you will conduct credit checks and validate customer information. Your role will involve managing bid budgets meticulously, including opening account IDs, tracking budget usage, and sending out weekly budget reports. You'll ensure that the Seller and team are always aware of the budget status, raising alerts if expenditures exceed a high percentage of the budget. You'll be crucial in ensuring process compliance and attending crucial release calls throughout the bid stages. Supporting the Seller, you will help manage the project plan, including setting milestones, planning deliverables, and tracking assignments. Your coordination skills will extend to engaging resources and aligned functions within and outside the Q2C organization. Your responsibilities will also encompass collecting mandatory approvals for price, credit, terms and conditions, legal, and risk assessments. You'll assist with compliance tests, SOX tests, and audits, ensuring the validity of process documentation. Your expertise in process consultancy and artifact management will be critical. Finally, you'll prepare mandatory documents and facilitate a smooth handover for contract registration, ensuring every detail is in place for successful bid completion. Your role is pivotal in navigating the complexities of proposal management, making each project a success from start to finish. Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. As a Proposal Contract Management professional, you’ll gain valuable skills and experience that will put you on the path to your next career opportunity. Whether you want to transition into a senior role such as a CMS Lead or advance your career outside of Q2C – Kyndryl has opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.


Who You Are

Who You Are You work well within a team environment and are comfortable adapting your responsibilities as the project needs evolve. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Skills and Experience •3+ years of experience in a business setting with exposure to business controls and risk management •3+ years of experience working with vendors •Demonstrated business writing skills •Experience driving a project to completion Preferred Skills and Experience •Have a growth mindset •Demonstrated leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills


Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.


What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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