Bid Manager in City of London

Velocity is seeking an efficient and skilled bid manager to join our team. As a bid manager, you will lead the bid process, from opportunity identification to proposal submission. This includes ensuring the timely submission of high-quality proposals that meet client requirements, managing the bid budget and resources effectively, and establishing compliance with all RFP requirements and guidelines. The bid manager will also uphold an understanding of market trends and competitor activity to inform bid strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our business development initiatives, strengthen our market position, and drive revenue growth. If you are a result-oriented professional, passionate about delivering winning bid proposals for business growth, we anticipate your application.

Objectives of this role

• Leading the end-to-end bid process, including opportunity identification, qualification, and proposal submission.
• Developing and executing bid strategies that align with the company’s goals and client requirements.
• Coordinating with various teams, including sales, technical, legal, and finance to ensure all aspects of a bid are addressed.
• Managing bidding budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure on-time and high-quality proposal submissions.
• Maintaining comprehensive and accurate bid documentation, including bid files, records of communication, and pricing information.
• Participating in negotiation sessions to secure favorable terms and conditions while focusing on profitability.
• Ensuring compliance with client requirements, regulations, and industry standards.
• Monitoring and evaluating bid performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the entire bid management process, including reviewing bid invitations, conducting bid/no-bid analysis, and establishing timelines.
• Develop compelling and persuasive bid content, including executive summaries, value propositions, pricing models, and technical responses.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as sales, operations, and subject matter experts, to gather information and develop bid strategies.
• Coordinate and facilitate bid review meetings, ensuring key stakeholders provide input and address concerns or issues.
• Work with pricing teams to develop competitive pricing strategies that align with bid requirements and profitability targets.
• Coordinate with legal and compliance teams to ensure bid proposals meet all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and track bid performance metrics, analyzing win/loss data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Conduct post-bid analysis and debrief sessions to identify areas of improvement and implement lessons learned for future bids.
• Continuously refine and improve bid processes, templates, and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market insights, and emerging best practices in bid management.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a bid manager, proposal manager, or a similar role (preferably in Telecom).
• Experience in managing bids for complex telecom projects or large-scale contracts.
• Demonstrated success in winning bids through effective proposal management.
• Strong understanding of the bid lifecycle, proposal writing, development, and contract negotiation.
• Being well acquainted with the Telecom market, contract laws, and regulations.
• Proficiency in using bid management software and MS Office.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in bid preparation and review.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at various levels.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Understanding pricing strategies and financial analysis in bid development.
• Ability to create visually appealing and engaging bid presentations.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to assess bid opportunities and develop winning strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.

Why you’ll love working at Velocity

We are an energetic bunch — eager to succeed and have lots of company pride. We promote a collaborative work environment that prioritises strengthening relationships with our customers and team members to achieve our goals. As a growing technology solutions and services company, every team member at Velocity has the opportunity to make an impact as we challenge ourselves to provide the best technology and customer experiences in the business. We’re excited about what we do, why we do it, and who we do it for.

Diversity and Inclusion

Velocity is committed to diversity and inclusion and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where all team members are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and have equal opportunities to thrive. Our team members work collaboratively and draw inspiration from various perspectives and experiences that make each of us unique. This strengthens our connections with our team members, customers, and communities.

Our Values

• Collaborative and Strong at the Core
• Customer-obsessed
• One team
• Do the right thing
• Let’s go!

PTO & Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Time
• 401K – with Employer Match
• Company provided Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Benefits Available

About Velocity MSC

Velocity started in 2005. Velocity's customer-obsessed approach, combined with its customised voice and data network solutions, and support services, enhances how multi-location enterprises communicate and do business. That’s why Velocity serves thousands of Fortune 500 companies across various industries. With over 500 employees, 13 redundant data centres, 450 carrier agreements, and 5,500 certified technicians throughout the U.S.— Velocity is an unstoppable force.

Velocity is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Velocity is an active participant with E-Verify.