Location: Fareham
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Technical Bid, Estimating or Proposals professional looking to take ownership of end‑to‑end quotation activity? Our client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing/engineering sector, is seeking a highly organised and commercially astute Technical Bid Manager to lead their quotation function and ensure their bids are accurate, competitive, and fully aligned with customer requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a technical, fast‑paced environment and enjoys bringing clarity, structure, and leadership to the bidding process.
The Role
As the Technical Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing the complete quotation lifecycle — from initial enquiry through to final submission. You’ll review technical packs, coordinate costings across multiple teams, and ensure every quote is robust, compliant, and commercially viable. You’ll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the bid process and providing effective leadership to the estimating/quotations team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full quotation and bid process from initial enquiry to final submission
* Prioritise and coordinate team workload across materials costing, labour estimation, and quote creation
* Review and interpret technical data packs, drawings, BoMs, specifications, and customer documentation
* Build accurate cost models covering materials, labour, subcontract services, and other associated costs
* Work closely with engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial teams to ensure alignment
* Identify and upscale technical, commercial, and operational risks
* Ensure customer deadlines and internal turnaround targets are consistently achieved
* Support the development of pricing strategies that deliver competitiveness and protect margins
* Maintain clear, traceable quotation records and assumptions
* Drive improvements in costing methods, process efficiency, and bid quality
* Provide leadership, direction, and accountability within the estimating/quotations team
* Act as a key stakeholder in the internal bid review and approval process
Skills & Experience Required
* Background in technical bidding, estimating, quotations, or proposals within a manufacturing/engineering environment
* Strong understanding of material costing, labour costing, and pricing principles
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer data packs
* Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to balance customer needs and business margins
* Highly organised with strong workload management and multitasking skills
* Experience coordinating or leading team activities
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally
* High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
* Confident using ERP systems, costing tools, and Microsoft Excel
Desirable
* Experience within electronics, engineering, or contract manufacturing
* Knowledge of subcontract processes, supply chain costing, and production methods
* Previous team leadership or people management experience
* Experience supporting bids for OEM or regulated industry customers
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to take ownership of a crucial function within a respected technical business
* Chance to lead and shape bid processes and team performance
* Join a stable, forward‑thinking company with strong growth plans
* Competitive salary, benefits package, and long‑term development prospects
'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech
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