Bid Finance Manager

Morson Edge; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defence technology organisation is seeking an experienced Bid Finance Manager in Glasgow. This pivotal role involves leading complex bid strategies and financial analysis to shape high-value proposals, making a significant impact in defence innovation. Ideal candidates have proven experience in managing bids over £50M and strong analytical skills. Hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on complex bids, ideally exceeding £50M.
• Background in Defence, Aerospace, or complex Engineering industries.
• Understanding of UK MOD procurement and SSPR processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, creation, and presentation of pricing strategies.
• Provide financial modelling to support internal bid reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools and financial processes.

Skills

Complex bid management

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

ProPricer

TruePlanning

Primavera

Job description

Morson Talent are proud to be partnering with a leading global defence technology organisation to recruit an experienced Bid Finance Manager for their Optronics & Missile Electronics division, based in Glasgow.

This is a pivotal role within a high-performing commercial team and ideal for a finance or estimating professional who thrives in complex, high-value bid environments who wants to make a tangible impact on programmes that shape the future of defence innovation.

As Bid Finance Manager, you will play a central role in shaping high-value bids and proposals that influence strategic outcomes at the highest level. This role offers hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, creation, and presentation of estimating, costing, and pricing strategies for major bids
• Provide financial modelling and analysis to support internal bid reviews and approval processes
• Develop and refine cost models to inform decisions on cashflow, margin, and profitability
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools, methodologies, and financial modelling processes
• Support pricing and negotiation discussions with government and defence customers under Single Source Pricing Regulations (SSPR)

Skills & experience

• Proven experience working on complex bids, ideally exceeding £50M
• Background in Defence, Aerospace, or complex Engineering industries
• Understanding of UK MOD procurement, cost assurance, and SSPR processes
• Strong analytical, financial modelling, and Excel-based forecasting skills
• Familiarity with tools such as ProPricer, TruePlanning, or Primavera (advantageous)
• Excellent communication skills and able to present complex financial data with clarity and influence decision-makers
• Eligibility for SC Security Clearance (current clearance advantageous)