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Bid Manager

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Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
Stockport, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Bid Manager

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

The Client

One of the UK's leading specialists in the manufacture, installation and maintenance of bespoke performance doorsets and specialist joinery solutions. They have built a reputation for quality, innovation and long-term client relationships across healthcare, education, commercial, residential and public sector projects.

As they continue to grow, they are looking for an experienced and driven Bid Manager to lead their tendering and bid submission process, helping to secure exciting new opportunities across the UK.

The Role

As Bid Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compelling and commercially competitive submissions. Working closely with estimating, operations, commercial and senior leadership teams, you will play a key role in driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the complete bid lifecycle from opportunity identification through to submission.

Review tender documentation and coordinate responses across multiple departments.

Develop persuasive, high-quality written content tailored to client requirements.

Lead bid planning meetings and manage submission programmes and deadlines.

Coordinate PQQs, ITTs, framework applications and negotiated tenders.

Maintain and develop the company's bid library and supporting documentation.

Ensure all submissions are compliant, accurate and professionally presented.

Analyse feedback from successful and unsuccessful bids to drive continuous improvement.

Monitor upcoming opportunities across public and private sector procurement portals.

Support the development of bid strategies that align with growth objectives.

The Candidate

Proven experience in a Bid Manager, Bid Writer or Proposals Manager role within construction, joinery, fit-out, doorsets or a related sector.

Strong understanding of public and private sector tendering processes.

Excellent written communication and presentation skills.

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

Commercially aware with strong attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and tender management systems.

Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable

Experience within specialist joinery, fire doors, construction or fit-out sectors.

Knowledge of NHS, education, housing association or public sector procurement.

APMP qualification or equivalent bid management experience.

The Package

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Career progression within a growing, family-run business.

Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects across the UK.

Ongoing professional development and training.

The chance to make a direct impact on the continued success of the company

Reference: 225203109

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CV-Library

Bid Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library

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Stockport, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Bid Manager

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

The Client

One of the UK's leading specialists in the manufacture, installation and maintenance of bespoke performance doorsets and specialist joinery solutions. They have built a reputation for quality, innovation and long-term client relationships across healthcare, education, commercial, residential and public sector projects.

As they continue to grow, they are looking for an experienced and driven Bid Manager to lead their tendering and bid submission process, helping to secure exciting new opportunities across the UK.

The Role

As Bid Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compelling and commercially competitive submissions. Working closely with estimating, operations, commercial and senior leadership teams, you will play a key role in driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the complete bid lifecycle from opportunity identification through to submission.

Review tender documentation and coordinate responses across multiple departments.

Develop persuasive, high-quality written content tailored to client requirements.

Lead bid planning meetings and manage submission programmes and deadlines.

Coordinate PQQs, ITTs, framework applications and negotiated tenders.

Maintain and develop the company's bid library and supporting documentation.

Ensure all submissions are compliant, accurate and professionally presented.

Analyse feedback from successful and unsuccessful bids to drive continuous improvement.

Monitor upcoming opportunities across public and private sector procurement portals.

Support the development of bid strategies that align with growth objectives.

The Candidate

Proven experience in a Bid Manager, Bid Writer or Proposals Manager role within construction, joinery, fit-out, doorsets or a related sector.

Strong understanding of public and private sector tendering processes.

Excellent written communication and presentation skills.

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

Commercially aware with strong attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and tender management systems.

Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable

Experience within specialist joinery, fire doors, construction or fit-out sectors.

Knowledge of NHS, education, housing association or public sector procurement.

APMP qualification or equivalent bid management experience.

The Package

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Career progression within a growing, family-run business.

Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects across the UK.

Ongoing professional development and training.

The chance to make a direct impact on the continued success of the company
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Reference: 225203109

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