Bid Manager / Writer

A renewable energy solutions provider is seeking a Bid Manager / Writer to join its business. The successful Bid Manager / Writer will be involved pre-RFP, ensuring all resources are aligned to the client's requirements long before the bid gets underway. The Bid Manager / Writer will be experienced in leading storyboarding sessions, participating in key review meetings / final document review, content sign-off, and document production. After bid submission, the you will remain involved through the presentation and negotiation stages, ensuring all lessons learned are fed back and implemented.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end bid process.
• Work with the Sales lead to develop a clear win strategy for each bid and ensure win themes are clear and compelling.
• Help define the bid process within the organisation.
• Re-write / edit proposal responses from a variety of stakeholders, typically involving contributions from sales and subject matter experts.
• Ensure win themes are articulated in such a way to meet / exceed the client's requirements.
• Deliver completed written proposal responses against agreed RFP deadlines, escalating issues as required.
• Lead storyboard sessions with bid / proposal team members.
• Undertake market research for the kick off and solution meetings.
• Proactively develop and manage a network of subject matter experts.
• Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant.
• Drive continuous improvement, through post-bid reviews, both internally and with customers.

Background / Experience

• Strong academic background (degree level) in English Language or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience of writing and managing winning bids
• Excellent time management / prioritisation skills.
• Forensic attention to detail and meticulous proof-reading skills.