Senior Bid Leader - Hybrid, UK Travel, High Impact

SUEZ UK; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/Car allowance

Annual bonus up to 20%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

5% pension contribution

3x life assurance

Job summary

At SUEZ UK, we are seeking a Senior Bid Manager to lead high-value corporate bids, shape growth strategy, and develop a high-performing bid function across the UK. The role blends commercial acumen with people leadership to deliver winning submissions and drive sustainable solutions.

Location is hybrid with UK-wide travel. Salary ranges from £57,059 to £66,930 plus a company car/allowance, with up to 20% annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex B2B bids with a track record of high-value wins.
• Strong people management skills with ability to develop bid teams.
• Solid knowledge of UK procurement frameworks and bid governance.
• Experience in waste management, recycling, environmental services, or regulated sectors advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid management for strategic corporate tenders from qualification to contract award.
• Coach and develop a team of Bid Managers to sustain a high-performance culture.
• Provide visible leadership across complex bid programmes to ensure winning submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement of bid processes, governance, and bid library content.
• Build compelling, customer-focused proposals by coordinating stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Bid management

People leadership

UK procurement

Stakeholder management

Education

APMP Foundation/Practitioner

ACBTM Certification (Bid Management)

Job description

At SUEZ UK, we are seeking a Senior Bid Manager to lead high-value corporate bids, shape growth strategy, and develop a high-performing bid function across the UK. The role blends commercial acumen with people leadership to deliver winning submissions and drive sustainable solutions.

Location is hybrid with UK-wide travel. Salary ranges from £57,059 to £66,930 plus a company car/allowance, with up to 20% annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.