Defence Bid & Commercial Lead (Hybrid)

Morgan Ryder Associates; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the defence sector is seeking an experienced Commercial & Bid Manager. This role involves managing the bid lifecycle for high-value defence projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial and bid management within regulated environments, with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and benefits, with a hybrid working pattern.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Car allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Healthcare

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management, bid management or contract management within a highly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of MOD procurement frameworks and tendering processes.
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid process, ensuring proposals are commercially robust and compliant.
• Oversee contract negotiation and management.
• Manage bid governance and risk assessments.

Skills

Commercial management

Bid management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Job description

A recruitment agency in the defence sector is seeking an experienced Commercial & Bid Manager. This role involves managing the bid lifecycle for high-value defence projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial and bid management within regulated environments, with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and benefits, with a hybrid working pattern.