Bid Manager

Movianto UK
Milton Keynes
1 month ago
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Are you an experienced Bid Manager looking to take the next step in your career? We’re hiring at Movianto. You will be working remotely with regular travel to Bedford Link, other Movianto sites, as well as to client sites as and when required by the business.


Benefits

  • Upto £50,000
  • No weekend or bank holiday working
  • Onsite gym in Bedford/discount gym membership
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Holiday Purchase scheme
  • Flexible pay through Wagestream
  • Up to 4% employer pension contribution
  • Access to Simply Health
  • 24/7 GP, Physiotherapy and Counselling through our EAP service
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform


Who we are

Movianto is a leading pharmaceutical supply chain solutions partner offering best-in-class logistics quality for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and diagnostic industries.


Purpose of the role

As Bid Manager, you will play a key role in securing new business and retaining existing contracts by leading the end-to-end bid process. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will work closely with Account Directors and the Head of Sales to develop and submit compelling bids and tenders that align with Movianto’s ambitious growth strategy.

You’ll craft professionally written proposals that highlight our strengths and value-driven logistics solutions, ensuring success in competitive tendering processes across the healthcare sector. Managing multiple bids at once, you will oversee structured and efficient submission processes, making a direct impact on our growth.


How you’ll make an impact at as a Bid Manager at Movianto:

  • Managing all aspects of the bid process, from pre-engagement to submission and post-bid analysis.
  • Developing clear, compelling responses that showcase our capabilities and value propositions.
  • Coordinating internal stakeholders, scheduling bid timelines, and ensuring timely submissions.
  • Conducting detailed quality control and peer reviews before bid submissions.
  • Researching client requirements, industry trends, and competitors to strengthen proposals.
  • Maintaining and updating our bid library and tender pipeline within Salesforce.
  • Leading value proposition sessions and developing bid storyboards.
  • Monitoring tender portals and identifying relevant opportunities for Movianto.


What it will take to thrive as a Bid Manager at Movianto:

  • Proven experience in managing bids and tenders in a corporate, B2B setting.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and organisation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Excel.

Desirable skills:

  • Experience in logistics, warehousing, or transport.
  • Knowledge of the pharmaceutical, NHS, or wider healthcare industry.


Delivering healthcare across the nation – Movianto UK

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team!


For more information or if you have any questions, you can email recruitment.uk @ movianto.com.

Movianto/Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We comply with all relevant laws, health and safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. The role requires flexibility within the job definition, and the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive.

We recruit based on merit, regardless of marital or civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Leader and Armed Forces-friendly organisation, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace.

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