Bid Manager Group Services · United Kingdom ·

Node4 Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Bid Manager to support their bid function and improve operational processes. The role includes managing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring high-quality proposals, and collaborating with sales leads to define successful strategies. Ideal candidates will have strong bid management experience, a focus on customer experience, and the ability to produce compliant and timely submissions. This position offers hybrid working options and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

25 days holidays plus birthday off

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance x 4

Diverse workforce

Employee training opportunities

Family savings and discounts

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Experience managing bids and proposals for complex commercial opportunities.
• Ability to review documentation and prepare high-quality proposal responses.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive key initiatives to improve operational processes.
• Manage the bid process for strategic commercial opportunities.
• Facilitate winning strategies for proposals.

Skills

Bid management

Proposal writing

Public sector knowledge

Analytical skills

Customer experience focus

Job description

Become a change maker and join Node4.

Node4 have a committed, talented, and diverse workforce that is growing all the time, but as we expand through our own growth and acquisitions, we never lose sight of the most important part of our business - our people. We want you to grow, learn, and evolve alongside us.

So, whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to progress as an industry professional, Node4 has a place for you.

About the role

We are seeking a Bid Manager to support and evolve our bid function. This role will drive key initiatives and proactively improve operational processes across the business. The Bid Manager will ensure a consistent, efficient and high-quality approach to all bid activity, including quotes, ad-hoc proposals, RFPs and presentations.

This position combines both strategic and hands‑on responsibilities to help the business achieve its objectives and priorities. The Bid Manager will report directly to the Head of Bid Management.

What will you bring?

• Manage the bid and proposal process for strategic and complex commercial opportunities to ensure the delivery of high quality, compliant on‑time proposals.




• Responsibility and oversight of the end‑to‑end sales and bid process with a focus on increasing target win rates.




• Managing various public sector portals for inbound RFXs and outbound submissions.




• Responsible for RFP/Proposal submissions; including review of documentation, preparation of responses, organisation and coordination of team required, review and edit of content ensuring an overall high‑quality response.




• Facilitate a winning strategy for the bid; working with the Sales Leads and internal subject matter experts to define messaging and customer relevant themes by analysing customer requirements, competitive positioning and Node4 capability.




• Own and maintain the bid library of reusable content and previous bids to accelerate Bid Response times.




• Understand how to deliver an exceptional customer experience and ensure the sales process contributes to this.

What can we offer you?

• Hybrid Working




• Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan




• Employee Assistance Program




• 25 days holidays plus your birthday off




• Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days)




• Company Pension Scheme




• Life Assurance x 4




• A diverse workforce




• Employee investment with Node4 training Academy




• Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal.




• Discounted Gym Membership




• Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas




• Company Social events




• Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit

Why join Node4?

Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide. From three people to a workforce of over 1200. We believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard. We are proud of our employees and the environment that reflects our core business values of Passion, Innovation, and Trust.

Node4 is the place to be if you are passionate about technology and providing exceptional service while developing your career within a welcoming and evolving company.

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