Bid Manager - FTC in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Posted by Michael Page
£60,000 – £70,000 a year
Cambridge · Permanent · Remote working
We are seeking a skilled Bid Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality proposals. This role in Cambridge requires a detail-oriented hands-on bids professional, comfortable working in an autonomous role.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established organisation providing services to corporate + higher education companies. They are a family ran business with a long history in their specialist market, currently looking for an experienced Bid Writer / Manager to join the team.
Description
The key responsibilities for the Bid Manager - FTC will include:
- Manage and coordinate the entire bid process from initial opportunity identification to submission.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information and ensure bid documents meet organisational standards.
- Develop compelling and compliant content tailored to the requirements of the not-for-profit sector.
- Lead and facilitate bid strategy meetings to align stakeholders and define winning approaches.
- Ensure all deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- Analyse feedback from previous bids to enhance future proposals and processes.
- Maintain a database of bid documentation and templates for future use.
- Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for growth and partnerships in the not-for-profit sector.
Profile
For the Bid Manager - FTC role, a successful candidate should have:
* 3+ years experience in a Bid Writing or Bid Management role
* Experience working on Bids for higher education and / or public sector organisations
* Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple deadlines effectively.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to create compelling and concise proposals.
* A collaborative mindset and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
* Strong analytical skills to evaluate opportunities and improve processes.
* Proficiency in using bid management tools and software is desirable.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Job Offer
On offer for the Bid Manager - FTC role:
- Competitive salary ranging between £60,000 and £70,000 per annum.
- Permanent position based in Cambridge, offering stability and growth opportunities.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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