Summary: The Manufacturing Bid Lead role in Bolton involves leading the creation of competitive manufacturing bids, ensuring alignment with company policies and generating robust cost bases. The position requires strong stakeholder collaboration and the development of compelling proposals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex bids and a deep understanding of the manufacturing process. This opportunity is with a leading defence organization committed to diversity and supporting the Armed Forces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the generation of cost-effective and competitive manufacturing bids.
• Ensure clarity of scope within the Bid Directive and align content with manufacturing policy.
• Generate a robust cost base for bids using data analysis and estimating techniques.
• Develop compelling, compliant, and financially sound manufacturing bid proposals.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to provide visibility of future bids.
• Support the New Business Team in identifying and securing new business opportunities.

Key Skills:

• Extensive experience with complex bids and costed proposals.
• Deep understanding of the manufacturing production process.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to work with cost models.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Proactive and collaborative approach, able to work independently and in a team.
• Logical thinking, data analysis, and reporting skills.

Salary (Rate): 33

City: Wigan

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other