Bid Manager

As Bid Manager you will lead the development of high‑quality, winning proposals. In this role, you’ll coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage the full bid lifecycle, and ensure our submissions are clear, compliant, and compelling. You will work closely with teams across both our Oakdale, South Wales and Hastings sites, benefiting from shared expertise, broader collaboration opportunities, and access to a diverse range of skills and perspectives. What you’ll do: - Lead bids from qualification through to final submission - Develop clear win themes and customer‑focused proposal content - Coordinate inputs from technical, commercial, financial, legal and delivery teams - Manage timelines, governance, reviews, and stakeholder communication - Support continuous improvement of bid tools, templates, and processes - Contribute to other activities as needed to support the wider team and business. What we’re looking for: - Experience managing complex bids or proposals - Strong writing, organisation, and project management skills - Ability to influence and work with a wide range of stakeholders - Knowledge of procurement processes; APMP desirable Click here for the full job description This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys shaping strategic, high-impact bids. To be successful in this role you will bring: - Experience managing bids or proposals in a technical or complex environment - Strong written communication and document production skills - Excellent organisational and project management abilities, including managing multiple deadlines - Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and influence without direct authority - Understanding of commercial principles and customer procurement processes - High attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality submissions - APMP certification or equivalent experience (desirable) - Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Degree‑level education or equivalent experience (desirable) - Experience in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign (desirable) - Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred. - Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation