Bid Manager - Security Solutions

Kingdom Services Group Ltd; Newton-le-Willows; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingdom Services Group in Newton-le-Willows is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to own the end-to-end tender process in the Security Division. You will coordinate multi-opportunity bids, translate customer requirements into compelling responses, and work with senior leaders to craft winning security solutions.

The role demands strong writing, commercial acumen, and APMP standards, with hybrid working from Newton-le-Willows.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in security sector bid management.
• Proven track record of successful tender submissions.
• Experience managing multiple tenders and deadlines.
• APMP certification or actively studying.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end TE20 tender process.
• Lead bid planning, coordination and submission activities.
• Write, edit and strengthen high-scoring tender responses.
• Work with operational teams to develop winning solutions.
• Manage tender deadlines, governance and compliance requirements.
• Support both retention and new business opportunities.
• Deliver post-tender clarifications and presentations.
• Maintain bid libraries, case studies and knowledge banks.
• Analyse feedback, scores and lessons learned to improve future success.
• Support strategic growth across the Security Division.

Skills

Bid writing

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder influence

Security domain knowledge

Education

APMP certification

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bid Manager - Security Division
Turn Opportunities Into Wins. Shape the Future of Security.
Location: Newton-le-Willows / Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Kingdom Services Group
£300m+ Revenue | 11,500+ Colleagues | 5,000+ Customer Sites At Kingdom, we're ambitious, growing and people-focused. We deliver award-winning Security, Cleaning, Recruitment and Training services across the UK and are recognised for providing exceptional service with care.
As our Security Division continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to play a critical role in securing new business and retaining key customer partnerships.
This is not a bid administration role.
This is an opportunity to own the tender process, influence strategy, challenge thinking, and directly contribute to winning major contracts across the security sector.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Principal Sales Director, you will manage the full end-to-end tender process, leading multiple opportunities simultaneously and translating complex customer requirements into compelling, compliant and winning submissions.
You will work alongside senior leaders, operational experts and subject matter specialists to create security solutions that stand out from the competition.
If you're competitive, commercially minded, love writing winning responses and thrive under pressure, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

Managing the end-to-end TE20 tender process
Leading bid planning, coordination and submission activities
Writing, editing and strengthening high-scoring tender responses
Working with operational teams to develop winning solutions
Managing tender deadlines, governance and compliance requirements
Supporting both retention and new business opportunities
Delivering post-tender clarifications and presentations
Maintaining bid libraries, case studies and knowledge banks
Analysing feedback, scores and lessons learned to improve future success
Supporting strategic growth across the Security Division

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience
Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Security Sector Bid Management
Proven track record of producing successful tender submissions
Experience managing multiple tenders and competing deadlines
Strong understanding of security solutions and service delivery
Experience working within a service-led organisation
APMP Qualification or working towards certification

The Skills That Separate Winners
Outstanding Bid Writer
You can transform complex information into clear, persuasive and customer-focused responses.
Commercially Driven
You understand how to position value, differentiate solutions and maximise scoring opportunities.
Security Sector Knowledge
You understand the realities of delivering security services and can build credible, deliverable solutions.
Resilient & Accountable
You remain calm under pressure, own your tenders from launch to submission and always deliver.
Stakeholder Influencer
You can confidently engage with Directors, Operational Leaders and Subject Matter Experts, challenging constructively when required.
Continuous Improver
You don't settle for "good enough". You constantly refine content, improve processes and learn from feedback.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK right to work
• Five-year checkable employment history
• Minimum two professional references
• Credit check
• APMP certified (or actively studying)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience using tender portals and bid management systems

Why Join Kingdom?

Be part of a growing national business with ambitious plans
Work directly with senior leadership
Influence major contract wins
Join a values-driven organisation built on CARE
Develop your career within a market-leading service provider
Make a genuine impact on the future growth of the Security Division

Kingdom is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.