Melksham
Position: Bid Manager Location: Melksham, United KingdomJob Id: 1048 # of Openings: 0 Job Title: Bid Manager Location: Melksham, Wiltshire Business Unit: Team Wendy Purpose of Position:Reporting to the VP of Sales, the Bid Manager is responsible for leading the development, coordination, and submission of high-quality commercial proposals that support global business growth in the law enforcement and defense sector.This role is fully focused on end-to-end bid management, ensuring all proposals are compliant, competitive, and aligned with corporate strategy and customer requirements. The position is based in the UK and operates remotely in close coordination with the Cleveland-based commercial team.Success in this role requires deep experience with international government procurement processes, including defense acquisition regulations, public sector compliance, and security-sensitive contracting environments.Essential duties and/or Functions:Bid & Proposal ManagementLead the full lifecycle of bids and proposals, including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, and unsolicited submissions for global law enforcement and defense customersConduct Bid/No-Bid assessments, ensuring strategic alignment, risk evaluation, and resource readinessOwn the development of compliant, high-quality proposal submissions, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and evaluation criteriaManage internal review and approval processes, including coordination of executive sign-off where requiredAnalyze tender documentation and translate requirements into structured, effective responsesPlan and lead bid kick-offs, establishing timelines, deliverables, and clear ownership across stakeholdersCoordinate cross-functional inputs from Legal, Finance, Product, and Sales to ensure complete and accurate submissionsOversee final proposal production, ensuring consistency, compliance, and on-time deliveryMaintain bid schedules, ensuring strict adherence to all milestones and submission deadlinesLead post-submission reviews to capture lessons learned and improve win ratesGovernment & Defense ComplianceEnsure all bids comply with relevant international procurement regulations and frameworks, including: EU Public Procurement DirectivesNATO and multilateral procurement standards (e.g., UN, Interpol)Familiar with: Canadian PSPC / Controlled Goods Program; U.S. FAR/DFARS Partner with Legal to review contractual terms, identify risks (e.g., export controls, ITAR), and support negotiation positionsEnsure proposals address technical, operational, and contractual requirements specific to defense and public safety customersBid Governance & ContentMaintain and continuously improve a centralized library of approved proposal content, including standard responses, certifications, and compliance documentationDrive consistency and quality across all bid submissions through standardized templates and best practicesSupport the continuous improvement of bid processes, tools, and governance to increase efficiency and win probabilityQualifications & ExperienceProven experience managing complex bids/proposals within defense, law enforcement, or government contracting environmentsStrong understanding of international procurement processes and compliance frameworks (FAR/DFARS, EU directives, NATO, etc.)Experience with structured bid methodologies and governance (including Bid/No-Bid and approval processes). Working proficiency in Shipley Associates capture planning and proposal writing would be desirable.Strong knowledge of commercial, legal, and financial considerations in public sector bidsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent bids in high-pressure, deadline-driven environmentsExcellent project management, organizational, and stakeholder coordination skillsStrong written communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, compelling proposal content. English is a must; Spanish would be an asset.Experience working across global teams in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentsFamiliarity with proposal management tools and CRM systems is beneficialKey AttributesHighly detail-oriented with strong quality standardsStructured and process-driven, with strong ownership of deadlinesEffective communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional teamsAdaptable and able to operate across time zones in a global organizationAbout Avon Technologies:We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Melksham, UK is 70,000 to 85,000 annually. Apply for this Position