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Senior Bid Manager, Bolton, Greater Manchester Client: Thales
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2 Posted: 04.06.2025 Expiry Date: 19.07.2025 Job Description: Job title: Senior Bid Manager
Location: Belfast (hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days at home)
Hours: Full-time or part-time opportunities available
Are you a positive, motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills? Do you enjoy leading bid teams and developing compelling proposals? If so, this role could be for you.
What the role offers:
Dynamic, fast-paced environment
High-tech projects
Teamwork and individual tasks
Core Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits
Performance bonus
Half-day Fridays (usually until 13:00)
28 days annual leave + bank holidays + opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year
24 hours paid volunteering
Life cover
Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app
Discount shopping schemes
This role involves managing bids, leading bid teams, and ensuring successful proposal delivery. It requires strong stakeholder management, commercial awareness, and bid management skills.
Key responsibilities include:
Structuring and governing the bid process
Shaping solutions for compelling offers
Managing relationships with clients and partners
Leading multi-disciplinary bid teams
Maximizing business opportunities
Preparing prequalification responses
Leading bid kick-off meetings and overseeing proposal creation
About You:
Ideal candidates will have:
Proven success in managing bids in relevant sectors (defence, engineering, IT, etc.)
Experience with large, complex bids
Full bid lifecycle management skills
Knowledge of commercial and financial aspects
Familiarity with industry standards like Shipley Capture Bench
Leadership and negotiation skills
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