Operations Bid Specialist

**Description**

**Our Company**

Hitachi Social Innovation addresses the world’s most challenging social and environmental challenges. By focusing on more efficient usage of assets and systems, we extract value to reach outcomes that matter for business and society - what we call the double bottom line. Combining 100+ years of experience in operational technology (OT) and 60+ years in IT, we harness Hitachi’s broad capabilities in R&D to deliver cutting edge AI and IOT solutions in the core areas of transport, manufacturing and energy.

**About Hitachi's Business Group**

Hitachi ZeroCarbon is a technology company on a mission to accelerate the global transition to zero carbon today, in order to pioneer the world of tomorrow. We simplify the whole decarbonisation process so you can focus on delivering for your customers. Through a long-term partnership, we develop your EV transition strategy, charge your fleet, finance and extend the life of your batteries and decarbonise your entire depot. This allows you to generate and take advantage of new revenue opportunities. Born from over 100 years of innovation, we’re using our technical expertise and digital technology to help businesses transition their fleets to zero carbon. Through optimizing your operations, ongoing support, reporting and daily management, our people take the day-to-day running off your hands, so you can get the most out of our technology whilst freeing up your time to focus on what you do best. With our clients, we’re building a world powered by zero carbon technologies to make tomorrow possible.

Hitachi ZeroCarbon’s mission is to build billion-dollar potential businesses in the green economy to claim Hitachi’s potential as a climate change innovator, and to deliver on our mission to contribute to society. We incubate and build high-tech growth ventures at the intersection of mobility, energy and digital, enabling Hitachi to play a pivotal role in leading the net-zero transition.

**What you’ll be doing**

Hitachi ZeroCarbon is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Operations Bid Support Specialist to join our team. As an Operations Bid Support Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our operations and business development efforts by providing comprehensive bid support throughout the project lifecycle.
- Bid Coordination: Collaborate closely with the operations and business development teams to inform and coordinate bid activities, ensuring timely submission of high-quality proposals and tenders.
- Proposal Development: Assist in the development of compelling proposals and bid documents by gathering relevant information, coordinating input from various stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
- Bid Documentation: Prepare and maintain bid documentation, including proposals, presentations, contracts, and other supporting materials, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal and external guidelines.
- Market Research: Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential opportunities, understand market trends, and gather intelligence on competitors and industry best practices.
- Bid Evaluation: Support the evaluation of bid opportunities by analyzing requirements, assessing risks, and identifying strategies to enhance competitiveness and maximize win potential.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, partners, subcontractors, and suppliers, to facilitate collaboration, address inquiries, and resolve issues throughout the bidding process.
- Process Improvement: Working with the Operations and Sales Teams to continuously evaluate and enhance bid management processes, tools, and workflows to streamline operations, optimize efficiency,

**What you bring to the team**

We’re looking for a team player, who is motivated by delivering great work and the Hitachi vision. The role will be a mixture of remote-hybrid work with 2-3 days/week working at Hitachi Office (Broadgate Tower, 20 Primrose Street, EC2A 2EW)
- Qualification in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- Proven experience in bid management, proposal development, or related roles within the energy, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
- Strong understanding of bid processes, contract management principles, and project lifecycle.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and interact with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and bid management software/tools.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and sustainability practices is a plus.

**Benefits Package**

Along with a market competitive salary and discretionary bonus