Bid Manager
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for skilled bid managers continues to rise, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year, this role at Razorblue Group stands out for its emphasis on collaborative stakeholder engagement and tailored proposal writing. With the bid management market expected to grow 12% by 2027, candidates with excellent communication skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines will be in high demand. Razorblue Group's commitment to employee development and customer satisfaction makes this an attractive opportunity for those looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The Bid Manager role at Razorblue Group is a critical component of the company's growth strategy, focusing on managing the end-to-end bid process for multiple new business opportunities and key frameworks. This involves overseeing timelines, documentation, and submission requirements to ensure compliance with client specifications and internal governance. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the bid management process and the ability to work closely with subject matter experts across various teams.As a key member of the bid management team, the Bid Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, including business development, commercial, and operational teams. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from public sector tenders to private sector bids, and to develop a deep understanding of the company's services and solutions.
Razorblue Group is committed to employee development and customer satisfaction, making this an attractive opportunity for those looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
What You Will Do
- Lead the end-to-end bid process for multiple new business opportunities and key frameworks
- Manage timelines, documentation, and submission requirements to ensure compliance with client specifications and internal governance
- Review and edit content for accuracy, grammar, and impact
- Collaborate with subject matter experts in business development, commercial, and operational teams
- Facilitate bid kick-off and review meetings
- Identify and qualify tender opportunities across public and private sectors
- Monitor procurement portals and industry platforms for new bids
- Develop bid strategies aligned with business goals
- Write clear, persuasive, and tailored content for bids, proposals, and tender documents
- Maintain a library of reusable content, case studies, and credentials
- Analyze tender documents and customer requirements
- Conduct competitor analysis and market research to inform bid strategy
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience in bid writing or proposal development, ideally in a B2B or public sector environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Strong understanding of the bid management process and the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to persuade, influence, and negotiate effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Adjust and Excel
- Full clean UK Driving Licence
Nice to Have
- Experience in IT, ideally for a Microsoft Partner/Managed Service Provider
- Knowledge of procurement portals and industry platforms
- Experience with bid management software
- Certification in bid management or a related field
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and develop a deep understanding of the company's services and solutions
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Commitment to employee development and growth
- Access to training and development resources
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Remote work options and flexible working hours
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing company
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
How to Stand Out
- Tip: Develop a strong understanding of the bid management process and the ability to work under tight deadlines to stand out in this role.
- When applying, make sure to highlight your experience in bid writing or proposal development and your ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- To succeed in this role, it's essential to have a strong analytical and problem-solving skill set, so be prepared to provide examples of your experience in these areas.
- Consider creating a portfolio of your previous bid writing or proposal development work to showcase your skills and experience.
- During the interview process, be prepared to discuss your experience with bid management software and your ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture and opportunities for growth and development during the interview process.
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