Role Overview: proAV are a leading global audio visual integrator, providing AV and event services across multiple client partnerships globally. The Bid Manager will support the Head of Bid & Sustainability in delivering high-quality, compliant and compelling proposals. They will take ownership of coordinating end-to-end bid activity, ensuring timelines are met, submissions are consistent and stakeholders are fully engaged. Key Responsibilities: Bid Coordination & Delivery: * Manage the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity qualification to submission. * Develop bid timelines, compliance checklists and action plans to ensure all deadlines are met. * Track progress of inputs, escalate risks or delays and ensure accountability. * Support and oversee other bid team members, providing guidance, prioritisation and coordination to maintain smooth operations. * Assist the Head of Bid & Sustainability with balancing bid workloads and concurrent deadlines, ensuring the team has the support and resources needed to deliver high-quality submissions. Content & Quality Assurance: * Draft, edit and refine proposal responses to ensure accuracy, clarity and alignment with specification. * Ensure all submissions comply with client requirements, evaluation criteria and company brand standards. * Tailor standard content, case studies and CVs to align with each opportunity. * Conduct compliance and quality checks, escalating issues to the Head of Bid & Sustainability for review. Stakeholder Engagement: * Coordinate with sales, service, technical experts and other contributors to gather information. * Provide clear communication on deadlines, requirements and progress updates. * Chase inputs and escalate challenges to the Head of Bid & Sustainability. Process & Continuous Improvement: * Document control ensuring upkeep of centralised content library and templates. * Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency across the bid function. Desirable Skills: * Proven experience in coordinating bids, proposals and tender submissions. * Proactive and solution-focused, with the ability to anticipate challenges. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. * Strong attention to detail with excellent proofreading skills. * Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and document formatting. * Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator) is preferable, however training can be provided. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: proAV is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting and promoting an inclusive culture for all employees and job applicants. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves and create a culture where we understand and respect each other’s differences. proAV does not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We make employment decision based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and/or experience of the individual. proAV offers personal and professional development opportunities, not just through traditional qualifications, but also through Apprenticeship schemes, internal training and mentorship programmes. We support employees and job applicants with their work-life balance through our family friendly policies and practices. We encourage all to apply