Senior Bid Manager

Company Description Version 1 has celebrated over 29 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services. We’re An Award-winning Employer Reflecting How Our Employees Are At The Very Heart Of Version 1 And What We Do

• UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3700+ strong, £400m revenue business
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you! Job DescriptionRole Overview: We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager with expertise in managing bids, solutioning, and strategic proposal development. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial acumen, basic accounting knowledge, and a proven track record working in an IT Services environment. Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Bid Management: Lead and oversee the bidding process from initiation to submission, ensuring high-quality and competitive proposals.
• Solutioning & Strategy: Collaborate with internal teams to design compelling solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with sales, delivery, finance, and leadership teams to align bid strategy with business objectives.
• Market & Competitor Analysis: Conduct research to understand industry trends, competitive positioning, and pricing strategies.
• Proposal Writing & Documentation: Develop structured and persuasive bid proposals, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements.
• Financial & Commercial Acumen: Possess a solid understanding of commercial models, pricing strategies, basic accounting principles, and risk assessment in bid processes.
• Contract & Compliance Understanding: Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Negotiation & Client Engagement: Lead discussions with prospective clients, addressing their concerns and optimising bid success.
• Bid Review & Approval Process: Present bid strategies and solutions to senior management for validation and approval.
• Post-Bid Analysis: Conduct reviews to identify learnings for future bid

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in bid management, with a strong focus on IT Services deals.
• Expertise in solution design and commercial modelling.
• Strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Additional InformationWhy join Version 1?

• Share in our Success: Excellent base salary plus bonus & an opportunity to join our new V1 Equity success scheme
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Professional Growth: We offer peer mentorship programs and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive Community: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and mutual support.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivised certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth. PLUS, many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more. Paul.Steed@version1.com