BID Co-ordinator

Kingston upon Hull

9 months ago

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Hybrid Monday - Friday

THE ROLE

The Bid Coordinator is responsible for writing and managing compelling proposals while adhering to budget and time constraints. They must also effectively communicate and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Working closely with the Bid Manager, Sales Operations, and Business Development Managers (BDMs), the Bid Coordinator identifies bid opportunities, develops winning strategies, conducts research, and supports the estimating and proposal team in writing and editing submissions. They also play a key role in presenting proposals, negotiating with stakeholders, and collaborating with team members to secure bid awards.

Additional responsibilities include ensuring documentation quality throughout the bid lifecycle to maintain compliance before submission. The Bid Coordinator also assists with customer pre-qualifications and works alongside the Bid Manager, Sales Operations Manager, and BDMs to develop a competitive pricing strategy that strengthens bid success.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Alignment with the Bid/Tender process model
Working with the Sales leadership team and BDM to ensure bids are understood and agree the winning strategy of each bid
Identifying opportunities for bid submissions and raising them with the sales leadership team
Conducting research and brainstorming key points to include in the bid
Manage the bid kick-off meeting ensuring all resources, strategy and deadlines are understood
Coordinate and manage the bid submission process
Prepare and present key bid presentation as required by the business and the customer
Assist the estimating and proposals team with bid writing and document compliance which craft persuasive and detailed proposals
Liaising with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors
Keeping track of all costs and managing budgets
Working closely with project managers, design managers, estimators, and senior personnel
Conducting team briefings once bids have been secured

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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