Bids And Tenders Manager

WR Logistics; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company is seeking a Bids and Tenders Manager to create persuasive tender responses. The role requires proven experience in writing successful bids, especially within foodservice or catering, with a strong emphasis on communication and attention to detail. Join this mission-driven team to work on impactful projects with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing successful bids or tenders, ideally in foodservice or catering.
• Exceptional written communication and storytelling skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored written responses aligned with evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant input for submissions.
• Manage timelines and coordinate the bid process from concept to submission.

Skills

Writing successful bids

Exceptional communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Bids and Tenders Manager required by a multi national, award winning Food and Drink company.

A Foodservice / Hospitality background is essential for the Bids and Tenders Manager position.

Experience with On Trade is essential!

£36K - £40K

Full Benefits details available on application.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Foodservice Bids and Tenders Manager to join our growing team. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for creating persuasive, compliant, and strategically tailored tender responses that help us secure foodservice contracts across public and private sectors.

Whether it's a multi-site catering tender, school meals contract, or NHS framework bid - your writing will directly contribute to winning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop tailored, high-quality written responses aligned with evaluation criteria
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, compliance, finance) to gather relevant input
• Maintain a library of content and case studies for re-use
• Ensure submissions are compliant, persuasive, and professionally formatted
• Manage timelines and coordinate the bid process from concept to submission

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience writing successful bids or tenders, ideally in foodservice, catering, or facilities management
• Exceptional written communication and storytelling skills
• A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to quality and compliance
• Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines
• Experience with bid portals and submission platforms is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, mission-driven team in a thriving industry
• Work on impactful projects that shape how foodservice is delivered
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development