Senior Bid Writer

Johnson Controls; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security solutions sector is seeking a Bid Writer to join its hybrid team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will manage tender bids and enhance business growth through impactful proposal content. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, this role provides a chance for career development and involvement with a dynamic bid team.

Benefits

Paid Holiday and Sick Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Including Pension

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in bid/proposal writing or degree in a related field.
• Advanced skills in MS Word and proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage tender bids from inception to completion.
• Lead storyboard sessions with virtual team members.
• Provide advice on site visits and presentations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

English & Maths GCSE (A, B, or C) or equivalent

Degree in Bid/Proposal Writing

Tools

MS Office

MS Word

Job description

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This is a hybrid role, reporting to the Bid Team and Sales Support Manager. You will work as part of a bid team across all business units, managing tender bids from inception to completion to secure contracts. The successful candidate will contribute to business growth through professionally written proposal content that clearly articulates the value proposition.

What we offer

• Paid holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, referral scheme, employee discounts, cycle to work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products
• Career development opportunities

How you will do it

• Respond to PQQs in ITTs
• Lead storyboard sessions with virtual team members to develop tailored responses to ITTs
• Create best practice responses for each line of business
• Provide advice on site visits, presentations, and interviews with clients
• Develop innovative ways of sharing information and involve the team in change processes
• Apply client bid feedback to improve future responses
• Coach sales teams and subject matter experts in writing best practices
• Stay updated on local and national developments relevant to PS
• Develop and manage a network of subject matter experts
• Work with the Tender Coordinator to maintain a Bid Database tracking opportunities, responses, and outcomes

What we look for

Required

• English & Maths GCSE (A, B, or C) or equivalent
• Bid/proposal writing experience or degree
• Advanced MS Word skills and proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven success in developing proposals
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Stakeholder management skills

Preferred

• Knowledge of the Public Sector (advantageous but not essential)