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About the Role
We are seeking a Tender Specialist - Commercial Vehicle to support the Sales Manager in tendering activities for Commercial Vehicles. This role is crucial in compiling high-quality bid responses and managing the tender process from collection to post-tender analysis.
Responsibilities
- Support the Sales Manager in tendering activities.
- Collect tender information, review requirements, assess risks, and identify deliverables.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and post-tender negotiations.
- Compile high-quality bid responses in collaboration with the Business Development Manager.
- Coordinate with internal departments (finance, technical, legal) for tender input.
- Lead tender meetings, presentations, and Q&A sessions, monitoring follow-up actions.
- Build and maintain client and industry partner relationships during the bidding process.
- Coordinate tender documentation and provide feedback to enhance submission success.
- Develop and update the library of tender resources and materials.
- Ensure adherence to processes and completion of necessary documents.
- Maintain a tracker for open tenders and update outcomes for audit and reporting.
- Conduct post-tender reviews and analysis to drive improvements.
- Engage in market research to understand the competitor landscape.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and business ethics.
- Undertake other related activities and contingent assignments.
- Report to the Sales Manager.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in a Commercial, Tendering, or Sales role, preferably in the bus and coach industry.
- Strong knowledge of procurement/tender processes and contract terms.
- Thorough understanding of ESG.
- Technical understanding of electric vehicles and/or buses is advantageous.
- Good command of English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Confident communicator.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Ability to cope with tight deadlines and 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.
- Proactive, able to work independently, and resourceful.
- Computer proficient, especially with MS Office.
Skills
- Commercial Vehicle Tendering
- Sales Support
- Bid Compilation
- Procurement Processes
- Contract Terms
- ESG Understanding
- Electric Vehicle/Bus Technical Knowledge
- English Communication (Written & Verbal)
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Project Management
- Negotiation
- Information Interpretation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Proactiveness
- Independent Work
- Resourcefulness
- MS Office Proficiency
Location
- Hounslow, London
- Reading
Work Type
- Fully Office-based
Experience Level
- 2-3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree and above preferred
Salary/Compensations
- Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration
Benefits
- 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
About the Company
- 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.