Bid Manager

Job Description

About Us:

Business 2 Business is a growing employability company based in the UK. We specialise in helping individuals develop their skills and secure employment. Our services include providing training, career advice, and support to jobseekers, as well as offering recruitment services to employers. We are dedicated to bridging the gap between talent and opportunity and are on a mission to make a positive impact on the employability landscape of the UK.

Role Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced and strategic Bid Manager to join our team and report directly to the Partnerships & Business Development Director. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying opportunities, leading and managing the bid process from start to finish, and ensuring that we submit high-quality and competitive bids that align with our strategic objectives. Additionally, the Bid Manager will be responsible for managing a bid coordinator and writers, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure their success.

Responsibilities:

• Identify new bid opportunities and assess their alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Lead and manage the bid process from identification of opportunities to submission of final proposals.
• Develop and implement a bid strategy that aligns with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional bid teams, ensuring that all contributors understand their responsibilities and deadlines.
• Manage a team of bid coordinators and writers, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure their success.
• Manage the bid qualification (go/no-go) process for new opportunities.
• Write, edit, and review bid responses, ensuring they are comprehensive, accurate, and compelling.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge library of standard responses to common questions.
• Coordinate the production and submission of bids, ensuring all documentation is complete, compliant, and professionally presented.
• Monitor and track the progress of submitted bids and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in bid debriefs to learn from successes and areas for improvement.
• Support the continuous improvement of the bid process by gathering feedback and implementing changes as necessary.
• Liaise with the Partnerships & Business Development Director and other stakeholders to align bid strategies with the company’s goals.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a bid management role is essential.
• Experience in managing a team is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Business 2 Business is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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