Location:Fareham
Salary:£45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Technical Bid, Estimating or Proposals professional looking to take ownership of end-to-end quotation activity? Our client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing/engineering sector, is seeking a highly organised and commercially astute Technical Bid Manager to lead their quotation function and ensure their bids are accurate, competitive, and fully aligned with customer requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a technical, fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing clarity, structure, and leadership to the bidding process.
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The Role
As the Technical Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing the complete quotation lifecycle from initial enquiry through to final submission. Youll review technical packs, coordinate costings across multiple teams, and ensure every quote is robust, compliant, and commercially viable. Youll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the bid process and providing effective leadership to the estimating/quotations team.
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Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full quotation and bid process from initial enquiry to final submission
* Prioritise and coordinate team workload across materials costing, labour estimation, and quote creation
* Review and interpret technical data packs, drawings, BoMs, specifications, and customer documentation
* Build accurate cost models covering materials, labour, subcontract services, and other associated costs
* Work closely with engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial teams to ensure alignment
* Identify and escalate technical, commercial, and operational risks
* Ensure customer deadlines and internal turnaround targets are consistently achieved
* Support the development of pricing strategies that deliver competitiveness and protect margins
* Maintain clear, traceable quotation records and assumptions
* Drive improvements in costing methods, process efficiency, and bid quality
* Provide leadership, direction, and accountability within the estimating/quotations team
* Act as a key stakeholder in the internal bid review and approval process
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Skills & Experience Required
* Background in technical bidding, estimating, quotations, or proposals within a manufacturing/engineering environment
* Strong understanding of material costing, labour costing, and pricing principles
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer data packs
* Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to balance customer needs and business margins
* Highly organised with strong workload management and multitasking skills
* Experience coordinating or leading team activities
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
* High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
* Confident using ERP systems, costing tools, and Microsoft Excel
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Desirable
* Experience within electronics, engineering, or contract manufacturing
* Knowledge of subcontract processes, supply chain costing, and production methods
* Previous team leadership or people management experience
* Experience supporting bids for OEM or regulated industry customers
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Why Apply?
* Opportunity to take ownership of a crucial function within a respected technical business
* Chance to lead and shape bid processes and team performance
* Join a stable, forward-thinking company with strong growth plans
* Competitive salary, benefits package, and long-term development prospects
'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech
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