Bid Writer

2 weeks ago


Uk, United Kingdom Howdens Joinery Full time
Join Howdens Joinery as our Bid Writer and become part of our Social Sector Contracts Team, meeting tight deadlines whilst producing high quality compliant submissions. This is a brand new, permanent and full-time position which is based in our Croxley Park, Watford hub 1-2 days per week, with home working. 
What will I be doing as a Bid Writer?
- Compiling and creating bespoke high quality bid responses with the aim of securing business tenders within the Contract Social Sector team
- Preparation of high-quality responses for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ’s), Invitation to tender (ITT’s) and case studies
- Ensure that win themes are articulated in a way to meet or exceed clients requirements
- Manage the overall submission and re-tender of frameworks
- Working with your stakeholders across the Social Sector Contract team
- Provide support to the business development function as needed in line with business strategy and take ownership of ad-hoc projects
- Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant
- Obtain, review and edit information received from subject matter experts
- Managing deadlines to ensure they are met
What do I need to qualify for this role?
- Previous experience of responding to tenders and bid writing
- Proven ability in planning, compiling and delivering compliant bids
- Experience of working in a busy multi activity level environment
- Experience of writing bespoke bid responses to tenders
- Experience of building relationships at all levels with a collaborative approach
- Comfortable working independently
- Meticulous and detail-oriented with a conscientious approach.
- Self-motivated and highly organised.
- Experience and communication skills to be able to build relationships at all levels.
What we can offer you as a Bid Writer
- Competitive salary and annual company bonus
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Free onsite car parking when working in the office.
- Staff Discount.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 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.
How to apply:
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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. 
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