Job Overview:

Based in Buckinghamshire, our client is an established provider of Facilities Management services. A market leader in their field, they provide a diverse range of tailored cleaning services. Applications for the position of Bid Writer are invited from candidates with extensive experience within the FM / Soft Services sector. This is an opportunity to join a highly ambitious business with plans in place to grow their revenues.

Main duties and responsibilities

This Bid Writer role will include a variety of tasks including the following:

Responsibilities

• Develop and introduce all necessary bid procedures, governance, and processes
• Develop and coordinate the delivery of an effective Bid Plan throughout the bid lifecycle
• Manage the preparation of multiple tenders associated with commercial cleaning
• Lead, manage and motivate a team of Bid Coordinators
• Manage the bid qualification (bid go / no go) process for new opportunities
• Plan and manage the completion of selection questionnaires and tender submissions through the various stages of the procurement process
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing to be included within bid submissions
• Build and maintaining an effective bid library
• Conduct a thorough review of bid documents including legal contracts identifying any areas of business risk
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all contractual requirements and obligations across tenders and negotiate contracts in line with an acceptable risk profile
• Quantify and document variations with clients and take ownership of the change control process throughout the bid lifecycle
• Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, tender hand-over, project closing meetings when required
• Produce tender-related monthly reports including metrics and commentary for circulation to the Sales Director and the Senior Leadership Team
• Attend Senior Leadership Team meetings

Essential Skills / Ability

• A track record of successful tendering / project cost control management
• Exceptional leadership and team building abilities to develop and maintain internal/external relationships
• Resilience and the ability to cope with the pressure associated with the need to continuously achieve deadlines associated with bids and tenders
• Strong business acumen
• Highly developed analytical skills (reporting and interpretation)
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and databases
• Excellent communications skills