I am seeking a Bid Coordinator to join a well established Commercial/Sales department for an engineering company based in Rochester.This role is pivotal in reviewing requirements and coordinating the company's response to all tenders. The successful candidate will be the central point of contact for tender requests, ensuring that all information is disseminated to relevant departments and compiled into the final submission.Day-to-day of the Bid Coordinator:
Act as the first line of contact for receiving information and advice on upcoming tender releases.
Review and assess tenders to determine the suitability of supply.
Compile tender packs and bid letters using information from various business areas.
Maintain accurate records of existing and past tenders.
Ensure internal departments respond to information requests within set deadlines.
Manage multiple tender projects simultaneously, maintaining workflow and data quality.
Create and maintain operation instructions for the Tender Engineer role.
Implement new contracts and communicate updates within the company's systems.
Provide general support to the Commercial team when not actively working on tenders.
Required Skills & Qualifications for the Bid Coordinator:
At least 2 years' experience in the tender contracting industry
Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Knowledge of EFACS system or similar ERP system is desirable.
Diligence to detail and tenacity in managing contributors to tender submissions.
Disciplined and rigorous approach to work.
Ability to work autonomously and manage one's workload.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Benefits of the Bid Coordinator:
Salary £30k+ depending on experience
Discretionary bonus scheme.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years of service.
Pension scheme.
Hours Mon-Thur 07:30-16:30/Friday - 07:30-12:30
This is an on-site position in Rochester, Kent.
To apply for the Bid Coordinator position, please submit your CV