Bid Writer - Hybrid / 40-45k

VANRATH are recruiting a Bid Writer to work for a leading engineering solutions company in Cookstown.

Remuneration:
c£40,000 - £45,000 + package

The Role:

The main purpose of this role is to coordinate and write high quality bid and tender documentation, with the aim of supporting the team to win new business in conjunction with the Commercial Team.

In addition, the post holder will be required to provide support to the Business Development Team to ensure new market opportunities and to develop and promote the profile of the company.

The post holder will also be required to support and assist with the marketing strategy for the company when required.

Bids

• Monitor, scan and identify opportunities through current portals, identifying potential new portals to expand sales opportunities for the company.
• Maintain login details in respect of portals, update and amend documents as required e.g. insurance and health and safety.
• Preparation of prequalification and tender submissions by ensuring accurate and timely information to support the submission.
• Write non-technical aspects of prequalification and tender submissions.
• Liaise with various teams both internally and externally, where appropriate to compile tenders.
• Ensure all information is accurately reflected in the tender documents before final review, including document track list.
• Coordinate the timely return of requests for proposals.
• Track and follow up on progression of tender opportunities throughout the tender process and record on company Salesforce System.
• Maintain a tender bank inclusive of current and accurate information for inclusion in future bids and tenders.
• Seek feedback on unsuccessful tender submissions and apply information to drive improvement in the future.
• Ensure contract awards are recorded as per internal processes.
• Provide monthly reports to our customers where required.

Business Development

• Provide general support (when required) to the Business Development Team in researching, identifying and contacting prospective customers within Ireland, UK and further afield.

Marketing

• Provide general support (when required) to the Marketing Team in the development and implementation of the company marketing plan, including conducting market research.

General

• Assist in meeting reports and minutes.
• Promote the company positively at all times through the company values and strive to maintain and build upon the excellent reputation of the company.
• Abide by all company policies and procedures and ensure that these are implemented in the area of responsibility.
• Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with company health and safety requirements.
• Participate in staff development and training events.
• Any other duties deemed necessary with the post holder competency to ensure the effective operation of your role within the company.

The Ideal Person:

• 2 years in similar role + matching degree OR 3-4 years in similar role.
• Understanding of the tender processes.
• A background within the business development / marketing / bid writing or coordination.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; written, phone and face to face
• Ability to work independently.
• Full Driving licence.
• Experience will be considered as an alternative to qualifications.
• The suitable candidate will be trained on the job and provided any support required.

Some positive candidate feedback we’ve received-

‘’5*'s for Vanrath. They found me a suitable agency post right away, it was a great fit, now I have got the job permanently! Very personable and knowledgeable to deal with and always took the time to understand and help out. Extremely professional service all round.’’

‘’I contacted Vanrath after being laid off by my previous employer. They were fantastic to deal with and found me the perfect role that matched my skill set and experience and within a day or two had an interview lined up. Within the same week I was made a job offer which I happily accepted. So thankful that I contacted Vanrath. Couldn't have asked for a quicker and more professional service.’’

‘’My experience with Vanrath has been so positive. They were very professional but friendly at the same time. The whole process has been excellent and I’ve secured a job that I really wanted. I wouldn’t hesitate to go through Vanrath again in future as there was no waiting about and they continually kept me updated throughout. Thanks so much again.’’