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Job Introduction
Reporting into the Head of Sales Support, the Bid Manager's role is to have ownership and delivery of the end-to-end bid management process which supports customer acquisition and renewal including control for tender submissions, terms & conditions, pricing, margin and contractual agreements.
You'll also ensure a bid library is maintained to enable the easy and prompt response to standard PQQ / RFI type requests
Key Responsibilities:
Own and maintain a formal bid pipeline and database including a structured repository for all tender submissions
Ownership of any formal PQQs, RFI/RFP and presentations and subsequent submission of all prospective opportunities
Develop, maintain and continuously improve a bid library - including stock bid responses, certificates and company information
Develop and maintain access to all bid opportunity portals; including optimising key word searches.
Proactively interrogate a suite of opportunity portals for relevant projects / contracts where alerts are unable to be created.
Review any Bid Terms & Conditions and provide feedback on alternative wording or removal of specific clauses
Management of any required Vp plc bid documentation including template, Group responses
Regular reporting of impending opportunities, recent submissions and detail of both positive and negative outcomes
Develop close relationships and a strong understanding of the sales, operations, commercial and asset teams within the business
Performance and Development reviews carried out on a regular basis using the company's performance and development process.
When it is considered necessary or appropriate by management you may be required to carry out any duties considered within your skill and competence to assist the smooth running of the business.
The Ideal Candidate:
Must have proven experience of working with complex tender and pricing processes.
Must have proven experience of completing prequalification documents and requests for information ideally within a construction related sector.
Must have proven experience of proactive communication with senior level decision makers within the construction/or related sectors.
Educated to degree level or equivalent desirable. Strong candidates with a good experience base and qualifications such as HNC, HND, good A Level grades will be considered.
Recent track record of working with major opportunities ideally allied to the construction sector
Evidence of proactive commercial skills and opportunity identification.
Highly motivated with strong communication skills
Evidence of analysing, managing and manipulating data.
Experience of tender process ownership with major national customers (from identification to final proposal stage).
Valid driving licence
Experience of internal liaison within a multi divisional business.
What We Can Offer You:
Competitive salary
Monday - Friday working hours, no weekends
Salary sacrifice pension
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Free Tool Hire
Life Assurance cover 3x salary
Share save scheme
Eye care vouchers
Recommend a friend scheme
Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
Cycle to work scheme
Long service recognition
My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
Discounts on HP products
EE mobile contract discount offers
Gym discounts
Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline - free joining
A Little Bit About Us:
Brandon Hire Station is the leading provider of tool and equipment hire in the UK.
Our commitment to exceptional customer support services is unmatched in the industry. We guarantee timely delivery of our tools and equipment through our branded vehicles and FORS accredited drivers. Plus, with our 'Everyday Product Hire Guarantee', you can trust that our most hired products are always available at every branch, every day, collected or delivered throughout the UK.
At Brandon Hire Station, we're actively looking for passionate individuals to join our team. We're committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and we're always on the lookout for like-minded professionals who share our dedication to excellence.
If you're interested in working for a company that's committed to providing exceptional customer support services, we invite you to apply for a position with Brandon Hire Station today.
Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
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