Tender Specialist

About the role: We are looking for a Tender Specialist - Commercial Vehicle to work in our team based in Hounslow, London area. The role is responsible for supporting the Sales Manager in tendering activities for Commercial Vehicles. Working location: Fully Office-based, Hounslow, London / Reading Main Tasks and responsibilities:

• Support the Sales Manager in tendering activities;
• Collect tender information via various channels, review tender requirements, assessing risks, identifying key deliverables, and clarifying ambiguities.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and post-tender negotiations;
• Compile high-quality responses for bid submission within required timescales, working closely with the Business Development Manager;
• Coordinate with internal departments, including, finance, technical, and legal, to collect required documentation and input for tenders;.
• Lead tender meetings/presentations/Q&A sessions, compiling meeting minutes and monitoring follow-up actions;
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and industry partners during the bidding process;
• Coordinate tender documentation and provide constructive feedback on inputs received to maximise our success;
• Develop and update the library of tender resources/materials;
• Ensure all processes are followed and necessary documents completed/updated/filed in the database;
• Maintain a tracker for all open tenders and updating outcomes for audit and reporting purposes;
• Carry out post-tender reviews/analysis and following up on feedback received to drive improvements for future submissions;
• Engage regularly in market research to understand competitor landscape;
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes;
• Other related activities and contingent assignments;
• Report to Sales Manager. Ideal candidate profile:
• Minimum 2-3 years' work experience in Commercial/ Tendering/Sales role, ideally in bus and coach industry;
• Bachelor's degree and above preferred;
• Strong knowledge of procurement/tender processes and contract terms;
• Thorough understanding of ESG;
• Technical understanding about electric vehicles and/or buses would be advantageous;
• Good command of English is essential, excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Confident communicator;
• Excellent time management, organisational and analytical skills;
• Ability to cope with tight deadlines and to manage multiple tenders simultaneously;
• Keen attention to detail;
• Effective project management and negotiation capabilities;
• Adept at interpreting large volumes of information and summarising key points;
• Good interpersonal skills, strong team collaboration and relationship-building skills, both internally and externally;
• Proactive, ability to work independently and resourceful;
• Computer proficient, especially in the use of MS Office. Benefits
• Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration;
• Scottish Widow workplace pension;
• 25 days paid holidays + public holidays;
• On-site free parking;
• Commute allowance;
• Private healthcare;
• Car sacrifice scheme;
• Department & company wide teambuilding events; Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team 🌏