Strategic Bid Manager - Security Services

Elchemie Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 254,000 - 304,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund included

Growth potential

Major contracts exposure

Job summary

Elchemie Recruitment is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to own the tender process within the security services division in Gauteng Centurion. The role focuses on driving new business and retaining key contracts through compliant, high-quality proposals.

The ideal candidate will manage the full lifecycle, coordinate with Operations, Finance, HR, Legal and SHEQ, and ensure on-time submissions under deadline-driven conditions.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• Tertiary qualification in Business or Marketing is advantageous.
• 4–8+ years in bid management or tendering roles.
• Experience in security, facilities management or regulated services.
• Strong knowledge of tender processes and procurement standards.
• Experience with e-tendering platforms and online portals.
• Excellent written English and document compilation skills.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• South African citizen with clear criminal record; valid license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full tender lifecycle from identification to submission.
• Conduct Bid/No-Bid evaluations and coordinate internal approvals.
• Develop and manage bid plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with Operations, Finance, HR, Legal, SHEQ for inputs.
• Facilitate bid meetings and align stakeholders.
• Draft, edit, and compile high-quality bid documents.
• Ensure all submissions meet compliance/procurement standards.
• Manage online tender portals and respond to clarifications.
• Maintain bid libraries and company credentials.
• Ensure consistent quality and professional submissions.

Skills

Bid management

Stakeholder mgmt

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

MS Office

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Business/Marketing qualification

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Online tender portals

Job description

Elchemie Recruitment is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to own the tender process within the security services division in Gauteng Centurion. The role focuses on driving new business and retaining key contracts through compliant, high-quality proposals.

The ideal candidate will manage the full lifecycle, coordinate with Operations, Finance, HR, Legal and SHEQ, and ensure on-time submissions under deadline-driven conditions.