Closing Date: 24th September 2025
Vidu are working on a super exciting assignment in the search for an experienced Bid Manager, on behalf of a rapidly growing, technology focused healthcare logistics business.
Our client has engaged with Vidu VIP to commence the initial search.
Our team of dedicated consultants will be your first point of contact when applying for this role.
Your Mission:
As Bid Manager, you will play a key role in securing new business and retaining existing contracts by leading the end-to-end bid process.
Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will work closely with Account Directors and the Head of Sales to develop and submit compelling bids and tenders that align with our clients ambitious growth strategy.
You will craft professionally written proposals that highlight our clients strengths and value-driven logistics solutions, ensuring success in competitive tendering processes across the healthcare sector.
Managing multiple bids at once, you will oversee structured and efficient submission processes, making a direct impact on the businesses growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing all aspects of the bid process, from pre-engagement to submission and post-bid analysis.
Developing clear, compelling responses that showcase our capabilities and value propositions.
Coordinating internal stakeholders, scheduling bid timelines, and ensuring timely submissions.
Conducting detailed quality control and peer reviews before bid submissions.
Researching client requirements, industry trends, and competitors to strengthen proposals.
Maintaining and updating our bid library and tender pipeline within Salesforce.
Leading value proposition sessions and developing bid storyboards.
Monitoring tender portals and identifying relevant opportunities for the business.
What you will get in return:
Salary up to £50,000 (dependent on experience)
No weekend or bank holiday working
Discounted gym memberships / onsite gym in Bedford
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Holiday Purchase scheme
Flexible pay through Wagestream
Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution
Access to Simply Health
24/7 GP, physiotherapy and counselling through our EAP service
Cycle to Work scheme
Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform
Knowledge of the pharmaceutical, NHS, or wider healthcare industry is essential, alternatively knowledge of logistics, warehousing, or transport.
Experience in managing bids and tenders in a corporate, B2B setting.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and organisation skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Excel.
