Bid Manager

Crawford
1 year ago
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Bid Manager (Bus Sales) - Up to £60,000 per annum plus extensive benefits

Exciting Opportunity - Hybrid Role, UK-Wide

Are you a strategic thinker with a flair for managing intricate bid processes? Do you thrive in crafting compelling proposals that stand out in a competitive market? If so, an exceptional opportunity awaits you to join a leading global company in the design and manufacture of double deck buses, a pioneer in zero-emission mobility. This company is not just about building buses; it's about creating a sustainable future and moving people in the most efficient, safe, and reliable way possible. With a generous salary package, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to employee development, this is your chance to shape the future of sustainable transportation.

What You Will Do:

Lead the bid and contract process through all phases, ensuring timely, accurate, and persuasive responses to customer tenders.
Proactively produce tender plans to include pre-agreed and priced spec options.
Preparing tenders for customers by correctly interpreting customer requirements.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Sales, and the wider Commercial team to deliver on customer expectations.
Utilize the 3Cs model (Compliant, Complete, and Compelling) to maximize win percentage in tenders.
Ensure bid submissions are uniform in tone, align with the company's branding, and are delivered on time.
Analyse and report on bid process KPIs, continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency and success rates.
What You Will Bring:

Proven experience in bid management, with a track record of successful, high-impact bids.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence at all levels.
A thorough understanding of the complete bid processes, best practices, and industry standards.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a 'right first time' approach to work.
Ability to use initiative, chair meetings and create effective meeting minutes and actions.
Strong interpersonal skills and high level of emotional intelligence, with the ability the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Company Contribution & Industry Information:

This role is pivotal in driving the company's growth and maintaining its competitive edge in the sustainable transportation industry. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring that the company continues to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility, aligning with its vision to move people in a safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable manner.

Location:

This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work from any of the company's sites across the UK that includes Skelmersdale, Farnborough and Larbert coupled with the option for remote work on a 50% basis, providing an excellent work/life balance.

Call to Action:

If you're ready to embrace this challenge and contribute to a better world through sustainable transportation solutions, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a dynamic and resourceful team committed to making a real difference. Let's build the future of mobility together.

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