Bid Estimator

Job Description

Bid Estimator - Salford Quays / Hybrid working availableDue to an extraordinary period of growth Marlowe Fire & Security are seeking a Bid Estimator a focused and enthusiastic individual with key attention to detail to support in the completion of our major bid opportunities and sales proposals. This role is integral to securing new, and retaining existing, national maintenanceservice contracts within the business. Working within a highly successful work-winning team, full on the job training and role development will be provided to the successful applicant. This role may be suitable for an experienced sales or bid coordinator/writer,or a candidate with relevant experience within the industry who may be looking to progress their career.Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the estimating and pricing function within the bid team
• Develop a clear understanding of pricing methodologies for individual vertical markets
• Maintain and continuously develop a Bid Library of key pricing information and knowledge
• Independently develop professional relationships with prospects
• Identify key messages and differentiators for proposals, to inform and implement lessons learned
• Support in establishing, presenting, and implementing bid management process and documentation improvements.
• Seek to continuously improve the quality output of bid submissions.
• Support bid best practice on an industry and regional level to the Division
• Regularly provide detailed reporting on activity to the Senior Leadership Team
• Support in the continuous development of the Bid Department, generating more efficient ways of working and increasing the success rate of the team

Bid Delivery

• Independently source relevant tender opportunities via Public Sector, Facilities Management, and customer portals
• Apply and enforce Company Pricing Policies and methodologies within each bid.
• Provide comprehensive contract pricing overviews to the Senior Leadership Team for review and final sign off
• Create and attend work-winning customer presentations
• Support in effecting successful mobilisation post-award, supporting the Sales, Account Management and Operational Teams

About you:We are looking for someone who has the energy, drive and enthusiasm to quickly grasp our business and the industry and marketplaces in which we operate.Our ideal candidate has:

• Good working knowledge of Excel and other Office365 software, and a willingness to learn more
• Excellent time management: with ability to manage multiple projects with time-critical deadlines
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to persuade, influence and challenge in a constructive manner and identify appropriate solutions
• Strong writing and administration skills
• A customer focus, delivering exceptional customer service

Desirable but not essential:

• InDesign or other graphics software experience
• APMP Foundation Level Certification
• Relevant working experience within a similar role and/or industry

What we offerAs part of the Marlowe Fire and Security team you will have access to some great benefits including:

• Excellent basis salary of £30,000
• Quarterly bonuses
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Paid Refer A Friend Scheme
• Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Birthday Holiday
• Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days)
• Development and progression opportunities

Marlowe Fire & Security Group are the UKs fastest growing and most innovative consortium of fire life safety and security service providers providing protection to our customers property and people. Consisting of 8 established and complimentary brands:ACL, BBC Fire & Security, FAFS Fire & Security, FSE Fire & Security, Island Fire Protection, Marlowe Fire & Security, Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression, Morgan Fire Protection, Hadrian TechnologyEqual OpportunitiesAt Marlowe Fire & Security Group we strive to create a diverse, inclusive environment to encourage all our employees to be themselves. We celebrate what makes us unique and believe that adopting a culture of inclusion helps us to best serve our customers.We are committed to supporting equal opportunities, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process.

Keyskills :
indesignAdministrationcustomer servicemicrosoftestimatingsales coordinatorbidsAPMP Foundation