Bid Manager
Location: Remote + Occasional travel to the Derby Office (once every other month)
Salary: £40,000/£60,000 + Benefits

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Bid Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving our business growth by managing the end-to-end bid process, from initial identification through to submission and post-bid analysis. They will be responsible for crafting compelling proposals, managing bid portals, and ensuring that all targets and deadlines are met. The Bid Manager will collaborate closely with various departments to gather necessary information, develop winning strategies, and deliver high-quality bids that align with our business objectives.

Responsibilities:
Bid Management:
. Lead the bid management process from inception to completion, ensuring all activities are executed efficiently and effectively.
. Analyze bid requirements and develop comprehensive bid plans and timelines.
. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information, including technical specifications, pricing details, and project requirements.
. Manage bid documentation, ensuring compliance with client requirements and company standards.
. Conduct regular reviews to track progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Proposal Writing:
. Write and edit compelling bid content, including executive summaries, technical responses, and commercial proposals.
. Tailor proposal content to address client needs, showcase company strengths, and differentiate our offerings.
. Ensure proposals are clear, concise, and effectively communicate value propositions.
. Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop accurate and persuasive responses.

Bid Portal Management:
. Manage bid portals and online submission platforms, including registration, profile maintenance, and document uploads.
. Monitor bid portals for new opportunities and updates, ensuring timely responses to requests for information (RFIs) and requests for proposals (RFPs).
. Maintain a repository of bid-related documents, templates, and references for easy access.

Performance Tracking:
. Track bid outcomes, including win/loss ratios, bid success rates, and feedback from clients.
. Conduct post-bid analysis to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned into future bid strategies.
. Provide regular reports and updates on bid activity, performance metrics, and key milestones to senior management.

Relationship Management:
. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors throughout the bid process.
. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and business development teams to align bid strategies with overall business goals.
. Serve as the primary point of contact for bid-related inquiries and communications.

Qualifications:
. Bachelors degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
. Proven experience in bid management, proposal writing, or a related role within the industry.
. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
. Strategic thinker with the ability to understand client needs and develop tailored solutions.
. Proficiency in using bid portals, document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
. Experience in the [industry/sector] is highly desirable.
. Certification in bid management or project management is a plus.