Summary: The Manufacturing Bid Lead is tasked with overseeing the preparation and delivery of competitive manufacturing bids, ensuring they are cost-effective and aligned with industrial policies. This role requires collaboration across various departments to develop cost models, produce bid documentation, and manage the entire bidding process. The position demands a proactive individual with a strong background in manufacturing and bid management, capable of handling complex data and stakeholder coordination. Security clearance is required for this role, emphasizing the importance of compliance and governance in the bidding process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the manufacturing components of bid submissions, ensuring alignment with manufacturing policies and business requirements.
• Create accurate and competitive cost models for manufacturing bids using Excel.
• Ensure bids meet commercial and business criteria, evaluating risks and financial viability.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal teams and stakeholders to incorporate manufacturing requirements into bids.
• Develop clear bid documentation and cost proposals using PowerPoint for senior management review.
• Participate in improving the bidding process for competitiveness and efficiency.
• Collect, validate, and present key data to support decision-making.
• Maintain high standards of governance throughout the bid process.

Key Skills:

• Strong background in generating costed manufacturing proposals and managing bids.
• Deep understanding of the manufacturing process from procurement to delivery.
• Proven experience with cost models and costings for manufacturing expenses.
• Proficiency in creating professional presentations and bid documentation using PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Capable of influencing stakeholders and integrating manufacturing considerations into bids.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving abilities.

Salary (Rate): £33.00

City: Bolton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other