Bids and Tenders Manager

Summary:

Bids and Tenders Manager opportunity at a leading educational institution. Strategic thinker required for bid and tender management.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence in education, with a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and student success. It fosters a supportive and inclusive environment that values professional growth and impact.

The Opportunity:

As a Bids and Tenders Manager, you will lead the identification, evaluation, and delivery of bid opportunities, contracts, and grants that align with the school’s strategic vision. This role is pivotal in driving growth and ensuring the school remains at the forefront of opportunity and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the bid process, including the development of high-quality proposals that showcase the school’s excellence and impact.
• Oversee the management of training offers within public sector purchasing frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems.
• Ensure all information is accurate, compliant, and up to date.
• Develop and implement internal systems for real-time reporting on bid pipelines, progress, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align bid strategies with the school’s strategic goals.
• Analyze bid data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all procurement and legal requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in bids, tenders, or contract management, ideally within education or the public sector.
• Strong understanding of public procurement frameworks and compliance.
• Excellent communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate opportunity into success with a strategic and analytical mindset.
• Experience in managing bid pipelines and delivering results.

Preferred

• Experience in developing and implementing internal systems for bid management.
• Knowledge of grant and award processes.
• Experience in a multi-site or large-scale educational institution.
• Demonstrated success in improving bid processes and achieving outstanding results.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous annual leave and Christmas shutdown.
• Access to onsite gym and discounted fitness classes.
• Pension schemes tailored for teachers and support staff.
• Discounted retail, travel, and wellness benefits.