Tender Coordination Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Great Bear Full time
Company Overview

Great Bear, a subsidiary of the Culina Group, specializes in providing distribution services tailored for FMCG clients. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our empowered culture that prioritizes site-level service excellence.

About Us

At Culina Group, we pride ourselves on our winning culture, which is a significant factor in our ongoing success. We foster an environment where every employee feels valued, challenged, and inspired to contribute.

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a Tender Coordination Specialist to join our Business Development team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the team’s efforts to secure new business by coordinating and managing the complete tender/bid processes. Additionally, you will assist in the creation and enhancement of sales and marketing materials at both the Great Bear and Culina Group levels.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Compensation: Salary range of £33,000 - £37,500 per annum

*Maternity Cover*

As the successful candidate, you will directly contribute to the site’s overall success and report to the General Manager of Sales.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as a Tender Coordination Specialist will include:

  • Assisting in the development of bid response documents and customer presentations, ensuring each submission is strategically positioned with clear themes to enhance success rates.
  • Supporting the final compilation of bid packs for submission, ensuring compliance with tender requirements and exceeding expectations where feasible.
  • Contributing to the evolution of our bid response formats to ensure our proposals are presented in the most effective manner for each customer opportunity, utilizing multimedia elements as appropriate.
  • Completing RFI, RFP, and tender questionnaires, ensuring that all supporting documents, certifications, and financial summaries are accurate and up-to-date.
  • Driving quality and consistency throughout the bid process while collaborating with the sales, solutions, and operations teams to manage project progress.
  • Coordinating meetings related to bid responses and marketing projects, aligning with project objectives and customer expectations.
  • Acting as a key liaison with marketing leads from other business units within the Culina Group.
  • Supporting marketing initiatives for promotional events, including setup, corporate giveaways, brochures, promotional videos, and advertising campaigns.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Tender Coordination Specialist role will possess the following skills and attributes:

  • A strong team player who builds effective relationships with colleagues.
  • Ability to recognize workload challenges and respond with empathy.
  • Trustworthy and reliable, gaining the confidence of peers.
  • Proactive in seeking improvements to work output.
  • Skilled in leveraging the capabilities of colleagues through strong interpersonal skills.
Additional Information

At Great Bear, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We prioritize employee development and recognize the achievements of our hardworking team members.

Our comprehensive learning and development programs are available to all employees, providing opportunities to shape your career within logistics while thriving in a collaborative environment.

We value our employees as the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

  • Annual Leave: Competitive holiday entitlement.
  • Pension Scheme: A generous contribution of 4% from both employee and employer.
  • Life Assurance: Coverage of twice your annual salary.
  • Wellness Program: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme for support 24/7.
  • Eye Care Vouchers: Discounts on eye tests and prescription glasses.
  • Recognition Programs: Acknowledgment of employees who go above and beyond through various awards.
  • Everyday Discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings.

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to consider joining our team.


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