Bid Manager

Getronics is a global leader in technology solutions with a team of over 4,000 colleagues in 22 centres, providing comprehensive end-to-end services across the globe. Our mission is to deliver and continually evolve reliable IT services and solutions to empower organisations to maximise their business potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bid Manager to join our team!

What we can give you:

• 37.5-hour working week with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance
• 25 days holiday (with the opportunity to buy/sell extra days) plus statutory bank holidays
• Full training provided as part of robust induction process, including opportunities for continual development with our NorthStar online learning platform which has over 80,000 courses available
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Flexible benefits package that aims to offer something for everyone
• GetVibes – our active listening program enabling us to connect and listen to feedback from all colleagues, as a business we then work together to devise action plans to continually improve and develop Getronics!
• To give back to the community and in support of our global ESG programme, you’ll be given 1-day paid leave to participate in local volunteering projects
• Company Pension Scheme, plus life assurance, private medical cover and access to our Digital GP App via Aviva
• Global Recognition Program – 40+ awards were made last year under our RecogniseMe scheme

Role Purpose:

The Bid Manager will be reporting to the Global Head of Bid Management, leading virtual teams of experts to develop and submit high-value bids from start to finish. Their job is to create compelling propositions for both existing and potential customers, while sticking to best in class bid management practices. The Bid Manager will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and expertise when it comes to ICT managed service solutions, including tech, service delivery, and the commercial side of medium to large IT outsourcing deals. Plus, they will understand how solutions are delivered through different models like onshore, offshore, and Cloud. The Bid Manager will also support the business development team by coordinating the entire bid process for competitive tenders.

What to expect:

• Management of the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the timely and consistent delivery of high-quality bid submissions on time, to budget and specification
• Ensure consistent communication with Senior stakeholders both internally and externally
• Create and execute repeatable, innovative bid plans including budgets, roles, schedule and risks
• Lead and manage all appropriate bid document reviews
• Manage diverse, geographically dispersed teams including 3rd party suppliers/sub-contractors
• Developing and maintaining excellent internal relationships with key knowledge centres and subject matter experts
• Ensuring compliance with relevant governance processes
• Research market to ensure Getronics continue to deliver “best in class” responses and work with marketing to profile upcoming tenders that would fit Getronics

What we expect from you:

• Demonstrable experience of winning bids in the IT Services Market
• Practical experience and application of Bid Management tools and techniques within a variety of situations
• An understanding of client budget, P&L cash flow and ROI
• Effective at interpreting and effectively using customer evaluation and weighting criteria
• Technology expertise in understanding solution business drivers & understanding technical knowledge of IT/communications and managed data network preferred
• Ability to articulate bid requirements to bid teams and establish win themes
• Additional language skills are a bonus

If you think you have 75% or even 90% of what we are looking for and know you are capable of the responsibilities and duties at hand, we encourage you to apply! Not all applicants require 100% of what we expect. This will prove you are willing to develop, curious to learn and grow professionally and personally.

What to do next:

If this ticks your boxes, and you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity, then please apply below with a copy of your CV and your contact details. We would appreciate a short message as to why you are interested in the position and Getronics! As a business, we offer an Employee Referral Programme, if you have someone in your life you think would be a perfect fit then send them a link to the career’s webpage. If you would like to ask any questions regarding our vacancies, Getronics as a business, or anything else, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

We are committed to equal opportunities for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief, relationship status, and families.