Bid Writer

TN United Kingdom; Croxley Green; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bid Writer to join their Social Sector Contracts Team. In this exciting new role, you will be responsible for crafting bespoke bid responses and managing the submission process to secure business tenders. Your meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills will be essential as you collaborate with stakeholders and ensure timely submissions. This permanent, full-time position offers a blend of office and home working, along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual company bonus

Excellent pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free onsite parking

Staff Discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward and Recognition events

Qualifications

• Experience in bid writing and responding to tenders.
• Ability to plan and deliver compliant bids.

Responsibilities

• Compile high-quality bid responses for tenders.
• Manage the submission process and deadlines.

Skills

Bid Writing

Tender Responses

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-Oriented

Job description

Join Howdens Joinery as our Bid Writer and become part of our Social Sector Contracts Team, meeting tight deadlines whilst producing high-quality compliant submissions. This is a brand new, permanent, and full-time position based in our office with some home working.

What will I be doing as a Bid Writer?

1. Compiling and creating bespoke high-quality bid responses to secure business tenders within the Contract Social Sector team.
2. Preparing high-quality responses for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), Invitations to tender (ITTs), and case studies.
3. Articulating win themes to meet or exceed client requirements.
4. Managing the overall submission process and re-tendering frameworks.
5. Collaborating with stakeholders across the Social Sector Contract team.
6. Supporting business development initiatives aligned with business strategy and taking ownership of ad-hoc projects.
7. Reworking existing pre-written content where relevant.
8. Reviewing and editing information received from subject matter experts.
9. Managing deadlines to ensure timely submissions.

What do I need to qualify for this role?

1. Previous experience responding to tenders and bid writing.
2. Proven ability to plan, compile, and deliver compliant bids.
3. Experience working in a busy, multi-activity environment.
4. Experience in writing bespoke bid responses to tenders.
5. Ability to build relationships at all levels with a collaborative approach.
6. Comfortable working independently.
7. Meticulous, detail-oriented, and conscientious.
8. Self-motivated and highly organized.
9. Strong communication skills to build relationships at all levels.

What we can offer you as a Bid Writer

1. Competitive salary and annual company bonus.
2. Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%).
3. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days.
4. Free onsite parking when working in the office.
5. Staff Discount.
6. Employee Assistance Programme.
7. Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, employing more than 12,000 staff. Last year, our sales reached over £2bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile company, you will be part of a rewarding organization recognized for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.