We are looking for a highly motivated, deadline driven Bid Writer to join the Social Sector team within our Contracts Division, you will be producing high quality compliant submissions in-line with company guidelines. This is a brand-new, full-time role with hybrid working, you will be based at our Manchester office in Wardley.
What will I be doing as a Bid writer?
1. Compiling and creating bespoke high quality bid responses with the aim of securing business tenders within the Contract Social Sector team
2. Preparation of high-quality responses for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ’s), Invitation to tender (ITT’s) and case studies
3. Ensure that win themes are articulated in a way to meet or exceed clients requirements
4. Manage the overall submission and re-tender of frameworks
5. Working with your stakeholders across the Social Sector Contract team
6. Provide support to the business development function as needed in line with business strategy and take ownership of ad-hoc projects
7. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant
8. Obtain, review and edit information received from subject matter experts
9. Managing deadlines to ensure they are met
What do I need to qualify for this role?
10. Previous experience of responding to tenders and bid writing
11. Proven ability in planning, compiling and delivering compliant bids
12. Experience of working in a busy multi activity level environment
13. Experience of writing bespoke bid responses to tenders
14. Experience of building relationships at all levels with a collaborative approach
15. Comfortable working independently
16. Meticulous and detail-oriented with a conscientious approach.
17. Self-motivated and highly organised.
18. Experience and communication skills to be able to build relationships at all levels.
What we can offer you as a Bid Writer
19. Competitive salary and annual company bonus
20. Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
21. 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
22. Free onsite car parking when working in the office.
23. Staff Discount.
24. Employee Assistance Programme
25. Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 12,000 staff. Last year, our sales reached over £2bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For .
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