Bid Coordinator: Drive Proposals & High-Impact Wins

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Chorley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Career development

Virtual GP access

Mental health support

Cycle to Work

Discount club

Life assurance

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Local social committees

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking a proactive Bid Coordinator to support the Business Development team by coordinating supplier onboarding and PQQ responses, and by gathering accurate information across the business. You will manage procurement portal administration, document libraries, and shared inboxes, with occasional proofreading to ensure quality submissions.

Success in this role relies on strong organisation, clear communication, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities while

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bid schedules, brief contributors, and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Prepare and edit proposals, PQQs and standard response sections using approved templates.
• Gather, review and manage technical input from subject matter experts.
• Format, proofread and quality‑check final bid documents to ensure clarity and consistency.
• Ensure win themes and key messages are clearly reflected in submissions.
• Manage online procurement portals, CRM updates and essential bid administration.
• Support reporting on bid activity and maintain document libraries and shared inboxes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of templates, collateral and marketing materials.
• Monitor contract performance and feed insights back into future bids.

Job description

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking a proactive Bid Coordinator to support the Business Development team by coordinating supplier onboarding and PQQ responses, and by gathering accurate information across the business. You will manage procurement portal administration, document libraries, and shared inboxes, with occasional proofreading to ensure quality submissions.

Success in this role relies on strong organisation, clear communication, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities while