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    Bid Manager

    Job Type:

    Full time

    Posted:

    Location(s):

    Kent

    Job Description:

    Ferns Group are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as an established Utilities and Reinstatement company, specialising in Telecoms Civils, and tailored reinstatement services.

    Our Mission is “to be the preferred choice in our field by adding value to our business partners without compromise to quality, safety or the environment.”​

    Job Overview
    We are seeking an experienced bid manager who will be responsible for overseeing the entire bidding process for Ferns Group, from identifying opportunities to submitting winning proposals. They will need to work well with Commercial, Operations and Planning, develop strategies, and ensure compliance with all requirements. Their goal is to secure contracts and generate revenue by creating compelling and competitive bids.

    Responsibilities

    • Bid Strategy Development: Crafting and implementing strategies to win bids, aligning with company goals and client needs. Liaising and talking with procurement leads in an effort to understand best bid requirements.
    • Proposal Management: Leading the creation of high-quality, compliant, and persuasive bid documents and developing a portfolio of case studies to substantiate our deliveries.
    • Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with bids, providing and updating a clear risk matrix.
    • Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with various teams (e.g., procurement, commercial, operations, legal) and manging relationships with clients and stakeholders.
    • Compliance and Quality Control: Ensuring all bids meet the specified requirements and are submitted on time.
    • Post-bid Analysis: Conducting reviews after bids are submitted to identify areas for improvement.
    • Market Research: Staying informed about market trends and competitor activities
    • Communication: Effectively communicating with team members, clients and other stakeholders throughout the bid process.

    Requirements

    • Strong project management skills
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    • Experience in bid writing and proposal development
    • Knowledge of industry and market trends
    • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work effectively in a team
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, marketing, engineering) preferred.

    If you are passionate about driving success through effective bidding strategies and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: £56,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Company pension
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Referral programme

    Ferns Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities, including working with the prison service, and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

    All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.