Bid Manager

Hireful Ltd; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in gas detection based in Tees Valley seeks a Senior Bid Manager for a hybrid role. Candidates will lead high-value defence bids and manage contract negotiations. This role requires significant experience in bid management within the defence sector and familiarity with MoD procurement frameworks. The position offers a competitive salary, along with excellent benefits including healthcare, pension, and car allowance. Apply today for this impactful opportunity.

Benefits

Car allowance

Profit share scheme

Healthcare plan

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bid management, contract negotiation, or commercial roles within defence.
• Strong knowledge of MoD procurement frameworks and contract law.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end bids for projects of £1M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex, high-value defence bids.
• Own commercial and contractual negotiations throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and customers.

Skills

Bid management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

Your chance to join the global technology leader in advanced gas detection and monitoring systems.

This is a company whose products support critical operations across defence, aerospace, deep‑sea, and industrial environments.

This is a hybrid role, with offices just south of Middlesbrough – easily commutable from Sunderland, Darlington, Durham, etc.

The role would suit someone who has been a Bid Manager, Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager, or similar role within the Defence sector or associated industries.

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.

A competitive basic salary is on offer plus car allowance and employee profit share scheme.

There is a range of excellent company benefits including generous caric entitlement (with the option to buy more), healthcare plan, pension, and more.

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.

This is an excellent opportunity to take a senior, impactful role in a high‑performing business, working on innovative technology that supports safety and defence worldwide. Apply today!