VodafoneThree - Bid Manager

VodafoneThree; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

VodafoneThree is recruiting a Private Sector Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bid process within our Bid Centre of Excellence. You will shape cross-functional bids, coordinate Solution, Service, Commercial, Technical and Regulatory inputs, and drive a high‑performance culture.

You will apply storytelling to translate the customer’s business challenges into compelling offers, collaborating with governance and senior stakeholders to deliver value-added, compliant proposals.

Qualifications

• End-to-end bid delivery experience.
• Ability to influence multiple stakeholders and senior levels.
• Strong storytelling to translate customer needs into proposals.
• Familiarity with bid governance, processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive editorial and proposal creation excellence and articulate VodafoneThree value.
• Support continuous improvement of bid management processes, tools and technologies.
• Coach internal stakeholders in Capture Management best practices.
• Build and manage the Bid Plan ensuring compliance and value.
• Track and mitigate bid risks with stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong communication across all levels and teams.

Skills

Bid management

Stakeholder management

Editorial excellence

Proposal writing

Education

University degree in quantitative subject

Postgraduate business qualification or analytical experience

Tools

MS O365

Job description

Location: London or Newbury + *Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

• Hybrid

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Be part of our Business UK function, a team that is revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations – from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations – unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT).

What You’ll Do

VodafoneThree is on an exciting journey; bringing The Nation’s Network to new and existing customers. Your role as a Private Sector Bid Manager within our newly formed Bid Centre of Excellence will be an essential part of this journey. You will be at the forefront, breaking new ground that delivers growth. You will shape the bidding activities of cross-functional teams, actively promoting a high-performance culture and a winning bid management process.

Ultimately, you will apply superior story-telling skills, to translate our deep understanding of the customer’s business challenges and vision into compelling proposals. This will require you to blend the support from the Solution, Service, Commercial, Technical and /or Regulatory teams to create joined-up, impactful customer offers.

What will you be doing?

• Driving editorial and proposal creation excellence. Providing customer focus and a clear articulation of the VodafoneThree value proposition, meeting and exceeding customer evaluation requirements
• Positively contributing to the ongoing transformation of the Bid Centre of Excellence in terms of continuous improvement of bid management processes, tools and technologies
• Early engagement: Coaching our internal stakeholders in the best use of our Capture Management process
• Implementing effective management protocols within our governance process. Building and managing the Bid Plan so that all bid deliverables are compliant and demonstrate added value to the customer
• Ensuring that risks are tracked, understood, mitigated or accepted by the appropriate stakeholders
• Demonstrating effective communication skills at all levels, applying robust stakeholder management
• Applying a well-rounded appreciation of sales processes and methodologies

Who You Are

• A demonstrable record of success in the successful the end-to-end delivery of winning bids (ideally within the Telco and Unified Communications market)
• A ‘challenger’ mind-set; ability to demonstrate thought leadership internally and within customer facing situations
• A strong intellect: quick, thinking with the ability to understand, manage and influence multiple stakeholders. Able to influence at senior levels within the organisation
• An excellent understanding of bid processes, procedures and best practices
• Content and collaboration tools/platform experience, including proficiency with MS O365
• University degree in quantitative subject and postgraduate business qualification or experience in an analytical environment
• Ideally be APMP Qualified to Foundation level (as a minimum)

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What We Offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-us/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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