Bid Manager/ Writer

 

Main characteristics

Location

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

Company

Right Global Associates Ltd

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Management

Job summary

Bid Manager
A successful International company is looking for someone to fulfil the role of Bid Manager, they would also consider a Bid writer, or copywriter/comms person looking to move into this role.
Writing the Bids is a key part of this role , but we are also looking for someone with good project management skills, you will be responsible for the management of bid teams and the gathering responses from subject matter experts, while controlling the end-to-end bid process from initial qualification through to pitch and follow-up. Ideally you will have experience in managing bids and running teams, be able to work to deadlines and able to write creatively, incisively and persuasively for a business audience, together with expert skills and presentation techniques using Word and Excel. Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Bids, you can work equally well on your own or as part of a team, while creating compelling tender documents that successfully project the companys unique offerings in the market. You will be enthusiastic, energetic, well organised, used to dealing with last minute changes, and able to reflect on the overall picture while retaining an eye for detail.
Bid Manager Responsibilities:
* Manage the entire lifecycle of bids from initial qualification of the opportunity through pitch and follow-up
* Perform bid reviews to manage quality and compliance, conduct post pitch reviews for lessons learned
* Write key sections of bids, persuasively demonstrating the ability of the company to deliver quality solutions
* Manage the collection of content from subject matter experts
* Manage bid teams responses and content within the lifecycle process
* Record bid activity levels, results, competitor activity and resourcing
* Maintain knowledge of company offerings, the marketplace and trends, competitor activity and how these all relate to the companys market position and strategy
* Keep up-to-date on all procurement legislation and advise the company as necessary
* Oversee the administration of the bid library, bid tracker and so on
* Implement a continuous improvement process within the department
Bid Manager Key Skills:
* The ability to deliver creative and differentiated bids that demonstrate the companys unique offerings
* Able to write authoritatively and persuasively for a business audience
* Excellent project management skills to deliver bids on time and within budget while delivering results
* Methodical, good organisational skills together with attention to detail
* Great interpersonal skills, able to successfully establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Analytical, able to understand the data and provide insight to shape potential options
* Commercially astute and creative able to provide solutions to meet clients particular business needs
* Ability to work as part of a team or on your own
* Able to function well under pressure of deadlines and manage a variable workload
* Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task
* Expert use of Word and Excel mandatory. InDesign and PowerPoint desirable.
* Knowledge of the marketing services sector/transferable skills an advantage
As Bid Manager, you will occupy a key role in pitching and closing new business. The work is highly varied, interesting and intense with the reward of being at the heart of the companys growth