Bid Writer

Bid Writer

Location: Ipswich area

Job Type: Full-time/ Perm

Salary: 45k-55k

Role Responsibility:

As Bid Writer you will manage the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity identification to proposal submission, acting as the central coordinator you will manage the timely delivery of high-quality, client-focused proposals.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop a thorough understanding of our business, products, and services by reviewing previous bid documents and interacting with sales, technical, and commercial departments.
• Lead and manage the entire bid process from opportunity identification to submission, including post-submission debriefs.
• Define the scope and timeline of bids, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure contributions are timely and of high quality.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, and operational teams to develop competitive and compliant bids.
• Ensure all bid submissions are well-resourced and adhere to the highest standards.
• Create, edit, and format winning bids, including case studies, employee CVs, and other supplementary materials.
• Maintain and enhance a centralised library of templates and bid documentation.
• Tailor proposals effectively by gaining a deep understanding of client needs and tender requirements.
• Develop strategic bid plans in collaboration with sales, business development, and operational teams.
• Coordinate team meetings to gather response material and evidence, ensuring alignment with bid programmes.
• Engage in market research, competitor analysis, and client needs assessments to identify new business opportunities.
• Monitor and evaluate bid performance metrics to continuously improve our processes.
• Conduct post-bid analysis to refine strategies and enhance future submissions, ensuring compliance and alignment with client requirements and business goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with bid and tender portals, including the submission process.
• Strong project management skills with a comprehensive understanding of the bid lifecycle, proposal writing, development, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly.
• Strong customer focus with outstanding customer service skills.
• Ability to forge and maintain positive working relationships.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave, buy and sell scheme, and years’ service entitlement increase
• Performance Bonus
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Birthday Bonus, Discount Portal, and Company Social Events, Saving Scheme and Life Assurance

To apply for the Bid Writer position, please submit online your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Any questions please contact Carol in the Reed Norwich Office