Head of Bidding

1 month ago


Southampton, United Kingdom Grichan Whitestone Limited Full time

About the Company:
Our client is a prominent UK property maintenance organization that has recently expanded through the acquisition of a new business. With a turnover of £500 million, approximately 2,000 employees, and a nationwide presence, the company serves various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education. Supported by one of the leading global private equity funds, the Group is poised for accelerated growth through both organic expansion and further acquisitions.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Bidding to join our team. This critical leadership role involves overseeing and integrating our existing bidding teams as a key milestone in delivering our strategic growth plan. The Head of Bidding will play a pivotal role in securing new business and driving the company's growth objectives. This is a hybrid role, a combination of working from home with travel to offices in Southampton and London.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead, integrate, mentor and manage existing bidding teams across the organization.

* Develop and implement effective bid strategies to secure contracts across various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education.

* Oversee the entire bid process, from initial identification of opportunities to submission and post-tender activities.

* Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful bid submissions.

* Maintain a thorough understanding of public procurement rules, regulations, and tender procedures.

* Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform bidding strategies.

* Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the bidding teams, enhancing processes and methodologies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

* Education: Degree in Business, English, or a related field.

* Experience: Over 10 years of experience in bid project management and tender writing, preferably within the property maintenance sector.

* Expertise: Proven track record in bidding for contracts with local authorities, public sector clients (such as the NHS), social housing, or related industries.

* Skills:

* Strong project management skills.

* In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance.

* Excellent strategic thinking and analytical abilities.

* Proven leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

* Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

* Solid understanding of public procurement rules and tender procedures.

Why Join this business?

* Work with a leading organization at the forefront of the property maintenance industry.

* Play a key role in shaping the company's growth trajectory.

* Engage in challenging and rewarding projects across diverse sectors.

* Be part of a dynamic and supportive team environment


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