An award-winning employer, our people are trusted and responsible, believing in what they do with a clear commitment to contribute to transforming the world we live in and shaping a world of trust. Bureau Veritas operates in a wide range of sectors, delivering Testing, Inspection and Certification services to some of the world’s biggest household names. With more than 400,000 global clients and a reputation for quality, we are at the forefront of service and innovation.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging working environment, which is open and inclusive and individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their potential and really leave their mark.

 

Role: Bid Writer

Location: Birmingham  - Hybrid working two days per week in the office

Package: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum + Up to 12% Pension, Health Care, and other Flexible benefits

 

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Role Purpose

The role of the role of Bid Writer is to take ownership of the tendering process on behalf of the business. With responsibility for writing persuasive and effective tender content; the successful candidate will ensure that internal governance and best practice is identified and embedded, liaising with appropriate colleagues in BV network as required

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Implementation of BV Commercial Strategy through ownership of the end-to-end bid process for contract opportunities on behalf of the business Identification of opportunities through effective use of relevant portals and other proactive activities; working towards targets Production of persuasive content for bids, ensuring Bureau Veritas is positioned as supplier of choice Liaison with internal and external stakeholders in order to communicate requirements, deadlines and expectations, identify and co-ordinate all required materials and to ensure bids are submitted on time, with consistency, and in a professional manner Updating and influencing key stakeholders on the progress of bids, and reporting to the Bid Manager Maintaining data integrity and health of the CRM to include meta data such as Nace code Support the UK Bid No Bid (Go / No Go) process and all related sub processes Supporting the production of proposal templates, consistency and revisions extending to all aspects of bid content including report look and feel Continued management of Bureau Veritas bid portfolio Developing and maintaining a library of standard materials to ensure quick and professional submission of ITT, PQQ and bid submission Supporting with the identification of opportunities through trackers and portals

 

Experience & Skills Required:

Broad experience of working on strategic proposals in a Formal Bid/Tender Setting, ideally gained in a fast paced consultancy environment Exposure to private sector bids and tenders within depth knowledge of relevant portals would be highly desirable Experience of proactively identifying commercial opportunities and ownership of tenders from end to end Demonstrable communication and client presentation skills Diligence and attention to detail A broad awareness and understanding of compliance and risk-based products and services Solution driven approach, strategic thinking and negotiation skills Capacity to interact and influence at different levels of the organization

 

Qualifications Required:

Ideally educated to degree level, or equivalent

 

What’s in it for you?

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 days Combined pension contributions of up to 12% Share in Success company bonus scheme - We recognise that overall business success is due to the contribution made by every employee Annual Salary review Flexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel Insurance Health and Wellbeing Support through; Mental Health First aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services Working for an Industry leading global Inspection company certified as a UK Top Employer for the last nine years in a row  

Please be aware that all roles within Bureau Veritas UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check.

 

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer.  No job applicant or employee shall receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or age.

 

Bureau Veritas operates a strict Code of Ethics that ensures the proper conduct of our day-to-day business.