Bid Manager

Sirona-Care-; Yate; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirona care & health CIC in England invites applications for a Bid Manager (Band 8a) to lead strategic commercial opportunities within Children's Services and across the organisation. You will develop high-value bids with clinical, operational and financial input, coordinating multidisciplinary teams in regulated procurement environments.

This fixed-term 18-month contract offers an opportunity to shape NHS submissions, implement robust governance, and lead digital systems supporting bid

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• APMP qualification or demonstrable project bid management knowledge.
• Proven extensive bid writing and bid management experience in healthcare/public sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bids, tenders and proposals, especially NHS opportunities.
• Translate complex technical information into compelling bid responses.
• Coordinate clinical, operational and executive teams to develop winning strategies.
• Ensure bids meet client requirements and governance standards.
• Develop and maintain bid content libraries and governance frameworks.

Skills

Bid writing

Bid management

Education

Masters degree

APMP qualification

Job description

Main area Re-procurement Grade Band 8a Contract Fixed term: 18 months (Due to timetable of the re-tender programme) Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week Job ref 083-8158213-WW

Employer Sirona care & health CIC Employer type NHS Site Sirona Care & Health Town Yate Salary £57,528 - £64,750 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/08/2026 23:59 Interview date 07/09/2026

Bid Manager - Band 8a

Band 8a

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Job overview

Are you ready to lead strategic commercial opportunities that shape the future of Children's Services?

As Bid Manager, you’ll play a senior strategic role leading Sirona’s commercial, procurement and business development activity within Children’s Services and across the wider organisation.

Working closely with the Divisional Director and Executive colleagues, you’ll lead the development of complex, high-value bids and tenders, bringing together clinical, operational, financial and corporate expertise to create compelling, innovative and commercially robust submissions.

You’ll work with a high degree of autonomy, influencing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in demanding and highly regulated procurement environments. Your expertise will help identify new opportunities, support organisational growth and sustainability, and contribute to service improvement.

You’ll also provide expert advice to senior leaders, using your advanced analytical, communication and influencing skills to interpret complex information and develop effective organisational responses.

A key part of the role will be the strategic development and optimisation of digital systems supporting bid management and commercial activity, using technology, reporting and knowledge management to strengthen governance, collaboration and data-driven decision-making.

This is a fixed-term post for 18 months due to the timetable of the re-tender programme.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will lead the end-to-end management of bids, tenders and proposals, with a particular focus on NHS and healthcare opportunities. They will be responsible for developing high-quality, persuasive and compliant submissions, translating complex technical information into compelling bid responses, and ensuring all bids meet client requirements and governance standards.

The role will work closely with clinical, operational and executive teams to coordinate bid activity, develop winning strategies, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement in bid success rates. Responsibilities also include overseeing bid planning and project management, maintaining bid resources and content libraries, supporting pipeline development and growth opportunities, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, and developing policies and processes to strengthen organisational bid capability. The postholder will also provide day-to-day line management and support for direct reports.

Working for our organisation

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this position. If you require a visa to work in the UK your visa must cover the entirety of the fixed term contract. Please disclose the expiry date in your application or it may not be considered.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• Educated to Masters Degree level or equivalent
• Specialist project management knowledge or experience to Masters Level or equivalent demonstrable experience
• APMP Qualification

Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• Proven extensive experience as a Bid Writer and Manager within the healthcare or public sector, with a track record of contributing to successful bids.
• Strong understanding of NHS procurement processes and experience in writing for public sector tenders.
• Experience working with SMEs and internal stakeholders to develop high-quality bid content.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling and persuasive content.
• Excellent project management skills and proven experience of executing bid processes and governance frameworks with precision and accountability
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and ensure the timely delivery of bids.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Name Lorraine McMullen Job title Divisional Director of Children's Services Email address [emailprotected] Telephone number 07912610848