Bid Manager

Baltic Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Permanent Bid Manager for a client located in Cambridge. Working for a design and manufacturing business who provides product solutions that power mission-critical communication systems worldwide. Their technologies support applications across space, aerospace & defence, telecommunications, and critical communications.

Our client are looking to appoint a Bid Manager to play a key role in delivering high-quality, winning proposals across a diverse and technically advanced portfolio.

Reporting to the Lead Bid Manager, you will take ownership of bids from early qualification through to submission and handover. Working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, finance and operations, you will help shape compelling, commercially sound proposals that reflect their technical strengths and deliver real customer value.

This is an exciting opportunity to operate both independently and as part of a collaborative bid team, with real visibility across the business and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.

Big Manager Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Leading the end-to-end bid lifecycle, from opportunity assessment through to final submission and contract handover
Developing and managing bid plans, schedules and governance frameworks
Coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality proposals
Ensuring all submissions are compliant, well-structured and aligned to customer requirements
Supporting the development of pricing and commercial strategies in collaboration with finance and sales
Conducting schedule risk analysis, including P50 / P70 confidence levels, and identifying key delivery risks
Driving continuous improvement across bid processes, tools and governance
Engaging with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with business strategy and operational capability

Bid Manager Applicants:

Experience managing technical bids or proposals, ideally within RF, microwave, aerospace, defence, telecoms, or a high-tech engineering environment
Strong understanding of bid management methodologies and tendering processes across public and/or private sector markets
Proven ability to manage multiple complex bids simultaneously
Solid project management capability, including planning, risk management and budgeting
Commercial awareness, with experience contributing to pricing strategies and proposal development
Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
A confident communicator who can work effectively across technical and non-technical teams
Degree in Engineering or Business, or equivalent relevant experience

Company Benefits:

Work on cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of communications
Be part of an award-winning, collaborative and high-performing team with real impact on business growth
Gain exposure to strategic programmes and global customers
Enjoy flexible working with hybrid options
Attractive salary and benefits package

Our client recognises the value of exceptional talent, that's why the role is backed by an excellent salary and benefits package. Although the role is advertised at Cambridge and Sedgefield, there is only one role which can be located at either office