Bid Manager

Stanton House; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Stanton House is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading international organisation undergoing a significant transformation of its commercial and bidding function.

You will be a trusted business partner, working with sales, commercial, operational, technical and legal stakeholders to develop compelling solutions and deliver successful bid outcomes. The role offers hybrid working across London and Newbury and the chance to influence bid strategy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex bids, tenders or proposals.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience operating in fast-paced commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid and proposal activity for strategic opportunities.
• Develop and execute bid plans, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver compelling customer propositions.
• Identify and develop win themes, value propositions and response strategies.
• Manage timelines, risks, actions and stakeholder engagement.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions with senior business leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement across bid processes, methodologies and governance.
• Act as a trusted advisor throughout the bid lifecycle.

Skills

Bid management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

APMP or equivalent bid management accreditation

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading international organisation undergoing a significant transformation of its commercial and bidding function.

This is an opportunity to join a growing, high-performing team responsible for delivering strategic and complex business opportunities. Working across multiple stakeholders and disciplines, you will play a key role in shaping winning propositions, influencing commercial outcomes and driving best-practice bid management.

The Opportunity

This role goes beyond traditional bid coordination.

You will act as a trusted business partner, working closely with sales, commercial, operational, technical and legal stakeholders to develop compelling solutions and deliver successful outcomes. You will have the opportunity to influence bid strategy, facilitate senior-level discussions and drive continuous improvement across the bidding process.

The organisation is investing heavily in the development of its bid capability, creating an environment where ambitious professionals can make a genuine impact while developing their own careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid and proposal activity for strategic opportunities
• Develop and execute bid plans, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the process
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver compelling customer propositions
• Identify and develop win themes, value propositions and response strategies
• Manage timelines, risks, actions and stakeholder engagement
• Facilitate workshops and discussions with senior business leaders
• Drive continuous improvement across bid processes, methodologies and governance
• Act as a trusted advisor throughout the bid lifecycle

About You

• Proven experience managing complex bids, tenders or proposals
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to influence and challenge constructively at multiple levels
• Experience operating within complex, fast-paced commercial environments
• Strong organisational, planning and project management skills
• A strategic mindset combined with excellent attention to detail
• APMP qualification or similar bid management accreditation would be advantageous

Applications are welcomed from a range of sectors including technology, professional services, engineering, infrastructure, telecommunications, defence, facilities management and other complex B2B environments.

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to high-profile and strategically important opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Clear investment in professional development and career progression
• Hybrid working with flexibility across London and Newbury
• Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package