Bid Manager

BID MANAGER/LEAD - 12 MONTHS MATERNITY COVER

• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Location: West Sussex (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £65-70k per annum

Are you an experienced Tenders/Bid Manager looking to join a forward thinking business who need support for 12 months to cover maternity leave. This position requires a competent pair of hands with demonstrable experience and proven track record of bid management within the healthcare industry.

Day-to-Day duties of the Role:

• Lead the Bid Strategy: Drive the pre-tender phase, working proactively with teams and regional Bid Specialists to define winning themes, clarify assumptions and develop competitive strategies for upcoming opportunities.
• Manage Complex Submissions: Responsible for drafting and coordinating high-quality bids and proposals, ensuring all documentation-including risk registers and competitor analysis-is meticulously maintained and submitted on time.
• Stakeholder Influence: Engage with regional Leadership Teams to shape the opportunity pipeline and lead the critical "bid/no bid" decision-making process.
• Drive Governance and Quality: Ensure all proposals adhere to brand standards and internal governance, hosting win/loss reviews to capture lessons learned and refine future strategies.
• Promote Excellence: Champion best-in-class proposal standards aligned with APMP guidelines, identifying improvements for bid tools and mentoring junior team members.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading complex, large-scale bid processes and drafting technical proposals within a regulated industry.
• In-depth knowledge of public procurement rules, legislation, and procurement frameworks.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor others; experience deputising for senior leadership is preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence leadership and manage third-party vendor relationships.
• Proficiency in project management within a bid environment, including resource allocation and risk mitigation; APMP certification is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working options, accommodating candidates who may need to travel less frequently due to geographical location.
• Opportunity to influence regional commercial strategy and foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Please apply online now to avoid disappointment.