About our client:

A leading Electrical, Fire and Security Services business in London and the South East who work across the public, private and commercial sectors such as Local Government, Housing Associations, Almo’s and many more.

About the role:

Bid Manager will:

• Support the Senior Business Development Manager in securing new business
• Be responsible for completing PQQ’s (Pre-qualification Questionnaires) and SQ’s (Selection Questionnaires)
• Be responsible for monitoring various pipelines and other opportunities via Tracker, TED etc. 
• Be responsible for completing Tender submissions, from initial invitation to tender through to electronic submission including writing method statements and quality submissions. 
• Develop and manage internal relationships that add value to tender submissions
• Be responsible for managing the electronic portal process including the submission of SQ’s, Tenders and the close monitoring of Clarifications etc. 
• Monitor the continued performance of submissions supported by feedback
• Monitor and highlight new/suitable Frameworks and DPS (Dynamic Purchasing Systems) opportunities
• Ensure all accreditations and or memberships are up-to-date
• Prospect for new clients by attending networking events, meet the supplier events etc. 
• Create case studies of completed projects as and when necessary 
• Respond to new business enquiries and or existing client enquires to secure additional works
• Maintain customer relationships, ensuring customer loyalty through excellent customer service as well as meeting all clients’ needs appropriate to their business/tender requirements
• Provide accurate and timely reports on the portfolio of Expressions of Interest made, 
• Submissions made, awaiting outcomes to senior management 
• Ensure effective working relationships with internal and external customers to maximise operational excellence and growth opportunity
• Maintain a library of comprehensive and up-to-date information
• Maintain the pipeline on the corporate CRM system

About the Candidate:

• Hold a relevant qualification to the role such as degree level education or equivalent work experience
• Proven background in business development and marketing
• Track record in strong presentational skills is essential
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Awareness of Procurement process desirable 
• Experience within the Construction or Electrical Industry desirable but not essential 
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to communicate at high level meetings with confidence
• Excellent organisational skills are essential
• Must be able to operate Microsoft Office and associated programs
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail

As an individual the Bid Manager will …

• Demonstrate values of Drive and Commitment
• Be capable of building strong working relationships with potential clients and customers, both internal and externally
• Be capable of sound decision making whilst working under pressure
• Have exceptional writing skills
• Display a high standard of integrity/responsibility and delivers on commitments
• Demonstrate networking skills and experience
• Support a number of concurrent activities
• Be confident to talk and influence people at all levels of management
• Be self motivated/self reliant and able to work without constant direction and guidance

Points of Appeal 

• Market leading and growing company with strong pipeline of work 
• Continual training and development 
• Future career prospects with progression made a priority for in house employees 
• Competitive salary and benefits