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Proposal manager

Havant
Str
Proposal manager
Posted: 6 October
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Lead Account Manager @ Insignis Talent | Talent Acquisition, Client Management

Are you an experienced Proposal / Bid Manager with a proven track record of leading successful, high-value bids? Do you thrive in complex, technical environments and enjoy managing cross-functional teams to deliver compelling, commercially competitive proposals?

We are working with a global engineering business operating in the defence sector that is expanding its Growth Development Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established, innovative organisation that supplies advanced engineering solutions to clients across the world.


The Role

As Proposal Manager, you will be responsible for:

* Leading and mentoring a team of proposal specialists to deliver high-quality, competitive bids.
* Managing the full end-to-end proposal process, from bid initiation through to submission and post-bid reviews.
* Driving pricing strategy, ensuring commercial competitiveness while safeguarding profitability.
* Coordinating input from sales, engineering, operations, legal, and finance to shape winning proposals.
* Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, partners, and subcontractors.
* Driving continuous improvement in proposal quality, efficiency, and win rates.


About You

We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

* Proven experience in proposal or bid management, ideally within defence, engineering, or other complex project environments.
* A strong track record of winning large and complex bids.
* Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong commercial awareness with proven pricing and financial acumen.
* Clear, confident communication skills – both written and verbal.


Desirable (but not essential)

* Experience bidding to UK and overseas defence clients.
* Familiarity with MS Project or other project management tools.


Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking global organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and personal ownership. You’ll be working on projects that directly contribute to advancing technology in a highly specialised sector, with genuine opportunities to develop your career.

Salary & Benefits: Competitive package, hybrid working, career development and training opportunities, plus the chance to work on cutting-edge international projects.

If you are an experienced Proposal Manager or Bid Manager looking for your next challenge, please apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.


Seniority level

* Mid-Senior level


Employment type

* Full-time


Job function

* Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering


Industries

* Staffing and Recruiting

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