Job Description
As our Bid Manager you'll be at the heart of our tender and bid management function, playing a pivotal role in managing opportunities for both Stericycle and Shred-it and you’ll be reporting directly to the Head of Bid Management.
As a key member of our team, you'll find yourself in a diverse and engaging role, where your main activity areas will include bid/tender/proposal preparation and coordination, process excellence, reporting, and team and stakeholder engagement. Here's what you'll be doing:
Key Responsibilities:
* You’ll be crafting high-quality EOIs, PQQs, SQs, and ITTs/RFPs submissions, both externally and internally, with a laser focus on achieving a high win rate.
* You’ll effectively communicate requirements, deadlines, and expectations to key stakeholders across the business for ongoing bids and tenders.
* You’ll be working closely with bid and sales colleagues, marketing, legal, finance teams, regional Operations managers, and other team members to enhance service offerings.
* You’ll prepare, research, produce, and submit all bid and tender documentation promptly. You’ll ensure submissions through traditional and electronic procurement portal delivery channels.
* You’ll keep a keen eye on all relevant tender portals, identifying suitable commercial opportunities for both Stericycle and Shred-it brands.
* You’ll use SFDC and other company-defined IT systems to manage pipelines, report activity, and communicate both internally and externally in a professional manner.
* You’ll develop and maintain a comprehensive information database, including case studies, customer references, and essential 'boiler plate' information.
To succeed in this role:#
* You have 2+ years of experience in bid writing/management.
* You have good knowledge and understanding of Bid Management; any bid management professional qualifications or certifications (e.g., APMP) will be a plus.
* You can demonstrate team working and engagement skills.
* You have strong organizational/planning skills with the ability to multitask and meet demanding deadlines effectively under pressure without supervision.
* You have excellent business writing skills and broad business acumen with strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
* You have experienced in building and leveraging relationships with good communication and interpersonal skills.
* You can adhere to and drive process excellence and governance.
Why work for us:
At Stericycle, we believe in fostering an environment where your talents can thrive. Joining us means being part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and making a positive impact on the world. As a Stericycle Bid Manager, you'll not only shape the future of bid management but also contribute to our mission of providing sustainable solutions for healthcare and environmental needs.
Benefits:
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Life Insurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Access to SteriCares, our employee support fund
* Stericycle University – Our online library of self-development & learning
* Annual performance related pay review.
* Referral Scheme (Earn by introducing people in your network to the Stericycle family)
* Flu voucher
* Eye Test voucher
* And more…
About Stericycle:
At Stericycle, we deliver solutions and drive innovations that protect the environment, people, and public health. This includes working to create a more sustainable, shared future. Our innovative solutions make a difference in people’s lives, communities, and our planet by protecting their health and well-being.
Operating from 20 sites across the UK and Ireland, Stericycle and its Shred-it brand are both widely recognized as the UKs leading healthcare waste specialist & Information security solutions provider. Built on unrivalled knowledge and expertise, we’re the clear leader in the delivery of safe, compliant, and sustainable solutions to an ever-increasing customer base.
Join us on our mission to protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.