Commercial Bid Writer
UK North
You’re a whizz when it comes to bids. Picking up on those client nuances. Tightening up the copy until it fits the brief perfectly. Making sure everyone’s on the same page. You get proper satisfaction from sending off a tender response and knowing it’s been done to the highest standard, and well within the deadline.
Now you’re looking for a role where you can continue to grow and really see the impact of your work on a business. You want something that’s properly collaborative, where you can hone your skills and set yourself up for a great career.
If that sounds like you, this Commercial Bid Writer role might be right up your street.
Who’s it for?
Our client makes and supplies medical equipment that helps people stay safe, comfortable and independent at home, in care settings and in hospitals. Think things like mobility support, everyday living aids, specialist seating, respiratory kit and larger care equipment that’s designed to improve the quality of life for patients around the globe. Put simply, they’re a healthcare equipment provider focused on helping people live more independently while making life easier for carers and clinical teams.
When you join them you’ll get access to a great benefits package that’s really designed to support your work life, and your home life. Alongside the usual suspects, like pension and healthcare, it includes things like:
- Access to mental health support and an EAP
- Discounts on your shopping
- Optional cycle to work scheme
- Long service rewards and recognition
- Generous annual leave (that increases over time)
- Your birthday off, every year
- Regular social and charity-focused events
- Funded training and development
- Regular career reviews to help you get where you want to go
What will your day to day look like?
This role is all about handling tender responses. You’ll be integral to the commercial team, helping them to win complex bids and proposals by producing brilliant, high-quality submissions. An average week might include:
- Developing persuasive, client-focused content for bids and proposals
- Working on new business and renewal tenders
- Identifying new tender opportunities across the business
- Supporting the commercial team with bid requirements
- Helping with tender evaluation days
- Building strong relationships with client procurement teams
- Making sure formal bid processes are followed for all opportunities
- Reviewing and proof-reading all tender responses
- Attending launch and mid-bid meetings
This role will suit you if you…
- Have at least 2 years’ experience in bid writing
- Have experience with large tenders of significant value
- Are a confident writer and great at proof-reading
- Thrive off hitting tight deadlines and getting things done
- Can think commercially and spot opportunities
- Are a people person who’s comfortable building relationships
You don’t have to have experience in the healthcare space for this role, but it’s a bonus if you do.
Think this could be your next role?
Then we’d love to hear from you! If you’re interested in applying or would like to see the full job description for this role, please get in touch with Charlotte on charlotte.clancy@fmctalent.com
The fine print
Reference number: 21946
Temporary or Permanent: Permanent
FMC contact for this role: Charlotte Clancy
