Bid Manager (Defence sector)
Join our team as a Bid Manager in a hybrid role located just south of Middlesbrough.
We are a global technology leader in advanced gas detection and monitoring systems that support critical operations across defence, aerospace, deep‑sea, and industrial environments.
Key responsibilities
* 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.
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.
We offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, healthcare plan, pension, employee profit share scheme, and more.
Apply today and take a senior, impactful role with a high‑performing business.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales and Purchasing
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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