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Bid manager (defence sector)

Durham Tees Valley Airport
hireful
Bid manager
Posted: 25 October
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Bid Manager (Defence sector)

hireful – Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

This is a hybrid role based in Middlesbrough, commutable from Sunderland, Darlington, Durham, etc. The role is ideal for an experienced Bid or Contracts Manager in the Defence sector or related industries.

* Lead and coordinate complex, high‑value defence bids, including MoD, NATO, and major primes.
* Own commercial and contractual negotiations, managing risk and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, customers, and strategic partners.
* Provide commercial input to strategic decision‑making, pricing, and programme delivery.
* Line‑manage the Contract Management function, mentoring and developing team members.

Competitive salary is on offer, negotiable depending on career experience.

Benefits include generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more), healthcare plan, pension, employee profit share scheme, and more.


What we are looking for

* Significant experience in bid management, contract negotiation, or commercial roles within defence, aerospace, or complex engineering.
* Strong knowledge of MoD procurement frameworks, DEFCONs, ITAR, DSPCR, and contract law.
* Proven experience leading end‑to‑end bids for projects of £1M+ and managing international defence tenders.
* Exceptional project management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach and calmness under pressure.
* Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

This is an excellent opportunity to take a senior, impactful role in a high‑performing business, working on innovative technology that supports safety and defence worldwide. Apply today!


Seniority level

* Mid‑Senior level


Employment type

* Full‑time


Job function

* Sales and Purchasing
* Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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