Bid Manager

Location: Once a week in Brecon, South Wales

Salary: up to £50,000

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly growing company specialising in delivering high-quality, cyber security training solutions to public sector, government, and mid/large corporate clients. They are passionate about empowering individuals and organisations with the knowledge and skills to combat evolving cyber threats. With a recent investment into the business, our client is now set for their next phase of growth.

As a Bid Manager, you will be responsible for the full-bid management lifecycle, from identifying opportunities to securing contracts, with a particular focus on public sector tenders. You will play a crucial role in driving their business growth by winning new contracts and building strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify and qualify potential tender opportunities within the public sector and other target markets, using various resources and networking.
• Develop winning bid strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives and address the specific requirements of each tender.
• Manage the entire bid process, from initial opportunity assessment to proposal submission, ensuring adherence to deadlines and compliance with all requirements.
• Lead the development of compelling and high-quality bid proposals, working collaboratively with subject matter experts across the company. This includes writing and editing content, ensuring consistency in messaging, and creating visually appealing presentations.
• Identify and build strategic partnerships with third-party organizations to strengthen our bid offerings and enhance our competitiveness. This includes negotiating agreements and managing ongoing relationships.
• Conduct thorough competitive analysis to understand competitor strengths and weaknesses and develop strategies to differentiate our proposals.
• Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, track win/loss rates, and provide regular reports on bid performance to senior management.
• Continuously seek ways to improve the bid process and enhance the quality of our proposals, incorporating lessons learned and best practices.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record of success in bid management, preferably within the cyber security industry or a related field.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, regulations, and frameworks.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.