Bid Manager

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.

• A highly autonomous Bid Manager role
• Join a well established family-owned company

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.

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