At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the bid process, develop winning proposals, and drive new business in healthcare.
- Company: PHOENIX Medical Supplies, a top UK provider in healthcare distribution.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, health cash plan, and flexible pay management.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by crafting successful bids and strategies.
- Qualifications: Strong bid management experience and exceptional communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid (Runcorn/Home, with travel to manufacturers and depot sites)
Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
PHOENIX Medical Supplies is one of the UK’s leading providers of healthcare and pharmaceutical distribution services. Through our Pharma Services division, we partner with manufacturer clients to deliver innovative, efficient, and compliant commercial solutions that drive growth across the healthcare supply chain. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are seeking a Bid Writer to lead the bid process from end to end – identifying opportunities, developing winning proposals, and driving new business that strengthens our position as the first‑choice partner for manufacturer clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, qualify, and manage tender opportunities across the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
- Develop winning bid strategies that align with PHOENIX’s commercial and financial objectives.
- Project manage the full proposal development process – coordinating inputs from commercial, finance, marketing, and supply chain teams.
- Ensure all bids are high‑quality, compliant, and submitted on time.
- Build and maintain a comprehensive Tender Library to streamline future submissions and manufacturer onboarding.
- Lead the development of a Pharma Services Digital Strategy, enhancing tools such as Partnerweb and CRM while exploring new digital solutions.
- Collaborate across the business to ensure the Pharma Services proposition is simple, effective, and easy to implement.
- Drive the creation of a Marketing & Communication Trade Plan to increase brand awareness and market presence.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong bid management experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders across multiple business areas.
- Exceptional communication and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
- Analytical mindset with strong commercial and strategic thinking.
- Experience managing B2B pharma relationships and working with syndicated data sources (e.g. IQVIA).
- Confident leadership with a collaborative, solutions‑focused approach.
Desirable
- Experience in pricing, commercial programmes, and reporting.
- Proven success in developing and delivering strategic marketing or commercial initiatives.
What We Offer
- 25 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Medicash – a health cash plan to support everyday healthcare costs (e.g. eyecare, prescriptions)
- iTrent Financial Wellbeing – an app to help manage and access your pay flexibly
- High street discounts and offers
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Fully funded accredited training programmes through the Apprenticeship Scheme
Bid Writer in Runcorn employer: PHOENIX Medical Supplies Ltd.
Rowlands Pharmacy in Glasgow offers an exceptional work environment for Community Pharmacists, featuring a supportive team culture and a commitment to patient care. With 33 days of holiday and opportunities for professional development, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while utilising advanced technology like Medipac robotic distribution. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community and enjoy a rewarding career in a dynamic setting.
Contact Details:
PHOENIX Medical Supplies Ltd. Recruitment Team
