Senior Bid Writer & Strategy Lead

apetito; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supplier in the UK is looking for an experienced Bid Writer to manage the end-to-end bid process. The role involves crafting persuasive narratives, working closely with various sectors, and overseeing the Tender Co-Ordinator. You will ensure compliance in contract management while building a comprehensive bid library. Ideal candidates will have excellent storytelling skills and experience in healthcare or education. This is a great opportunity to step up into a manager-level role with a focus on strategic growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme with employer matched contributions

Life assurance scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free parking

Employee benefits including Perkbox

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer or Proposal Manager, ideally within healthcare or education sectors.
• Exceptional storytelling and copywriting ability.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid process from opportunity identification to submission.
• Craft clear and persuasive narratives highlighting our unique value.
• Support the writing and review of customer contracts to ensure compliance.

Skills

Bid writing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Copywriting

Commercial awareness

Tools

Bid management software

Job description

A leading food supplier in the UK is looking for an experienced Bid Writer to manage the end-to-end bid process. The role involves crafting persuasive narratives, working closely with various sectors, and overseeing the Tender Co-Ordinator. You will ensure compliance in contract management while building a comprehensive bid library. Ideal candidates will have excellent storytelling skills and experience in healthcare or education. This is a great opportunity to step up into a manager-level role with a focus on strategic growth.