Bid Support Manager

Job details

Summary

The Bid Support Manager manages, contributes, develops and oversees the preparation and submission of all tenders for new business.

Location: Works four days in the office or on site as per Company policy.

Qualifications / Skills

Degree in business, communications, marketing or related field preferred
Minimum 5 years’ experience in bid coordination/management, administration or document control
Familiarity with the architecture, engineering or construction sector is an advantage

Roles and Responsibilities

Preparing tenders and standardised tender templates and documentation
Developing the bid and tender strategy
Preparing initial tender documentation and coordinate obtaining the required approvals
Maintaining a list of qualified vendors, especially as related to planned tenders
Compilation of various input to create a more complete tender proposal
Monitoring deadlines
Evaluation and contract negotiation
Liaising with the User Department on an ongoing basis with respect to Tender requirements and Tender status
Corresponding with vendors in conjunction with the tender process as required e.g. non-disclosure agreements, confirmation of interest, etc
Preparing, writing and submitting of Tender Documentation Packages
Assembling and maintaining internal Procurement documentation relating to the tendering process, including recording management approval relating to tendering and contracting actions
Maintaining tender files
Preparing Tender status reports and expected timelines on a regular basis
Preparing correspondences to internal departments, bidders and contractors
Following through successful acquisitions to completion

Soft Skills / Personal Attributes

Highly organised, with strong written communication and editing skills
Analytically minded, able to break down and understand information
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with ability to meet tight deadlines
Good attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams, at all levels, and must be comfortable with working in a fast-moving, dynamic environment

Benefits:

· Competitive annual leave scheme with service-related increments.

· Excellent Pension Scheme.

· Access to Death in Service Life Cover Plan which is part of the pension scheme.

· Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave contributions.

· Christmas Voucher Scheme.

· Bike to Work Scheme.

· TaxSaver Scheme.

· Access to VHI Insurance and Dental Scheme (available for all employee’s family).

· CPD Training provided for by the Company.

· Professional Subscriptions (Paid in full by the company)

· Tuition fees supported by the Company.

· Social Club.

· Hybrid Working.

· Flexible working hours – early Friday finish.

Pay: From €65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work Location: In person