Commerical Bid Assistant Manager

ADAS part of the RSK Group an independent and trusted consultancy offering applied research and evidence-based consultancy for sustainable food production as part of a healthy natural environment is seeking a Commercial Bid Assistant Manager on a full-time permanent basis. You would be part of a small enthusiastic supportive team with whom you will be able to build a fulfilling professional relationship and development.

This role has been set at a flexible location either home-based or at our Wolverhampton office; if you opt to be home-based you should be prepared to travel to Wolverhampton or other RSK sites for training meetings and other team activities.

Our consultants and scientists deliver a diverse range of practical sustainable solutions across the environmental energy food and agricultural sectors. This role delivers central support to ADAS bid leaders in preparing tender submissions to meet client deadlines and are set out to the agreed level of quality.

As part of the RSK Group a global leading engineering environmental and technical services consultancy you will have access to a great support network with learning & development opportunities and progression within the group.

Facilitation of Tenders:

• Key point of contact for the coordination and preparation of bid documents
• Ensure bids are compliant with client instructions and are produced to the correct standard
• Prepare bid templates - using internal or client templates
• Proofreading - quality checking of bids before being submitted to the client
• Check whether bids meet ADAS profit and cash flow requirements
• Maintain ADAS registration on client tender and opportunity portals
• Make sure bids are duly authorised and submitted to meet deadlines
• To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Companys evolving needs you may be asked to perform additional tasks that may be reasonably expected within your level of capability without additional part of your existing remuneration package

Co-ordination of the Bid Opportunities process:

• Search internet sites and tender notice publications on a daily basis to identify sales opportunities to share with relevant ADAS BUs (Business Units)
• Manage and maintain ADASs registrations and profiles on websites for tender alerts and utilities potential buyers (UVDB)
• Regularly update and advise on searching criteria (CPV Code matches and key word searches for OJEU filters) to ensure all correct and suitable opportunities are captured for ADAS in line with changing business needs and resource
• Host prepare and organise weekly conference calls for sales managers to obtain a decision on whether or not to bid for opportunities
• Manage and maintain the Bid Opportunities spreadsheet containing information on tender opportunities considered by ADAS
• Use knowledge of forthcoming bids to ensure the bid team are as effective as possible at all times
• Liaise with RSK Notifications team as required to maximize the opportunities for the Group.

Personal Specifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• IT literate and skilled across the full suite of Microsoft Office products including Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint Visio
• Adobe Acrobat Reader and Creator creating and editing PDFs plus protecting documents

Salary and Benefits

• 28000 - 30000 per annum depending on experience
• Life assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays health cash plan and discounted gym membership

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

More detailed job description attached.

#Bids #BusinessDevelopment#Administration&Support

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondaryagencie

ADAS is the UKs largest independent environmental and agricultural consultancy. Our goal as a company is two-fold: secure British food and enhance the environment. Established over 75 years ago and part of RSK Group since 2016 we offer high-quality research-based tailored solutions for a wide-ranging client base. From working with small and medium-sized landowners to helping shape government policy with the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) we are adept at collecting and analysing data and creating bespoke strategies to achieve the best outcome for our clients unique needs. We are a trusted brand when it comes to managing the countryside: we do more than simply tick checkboxes; we will formulate a strategy that benefits the landowner and nature our approach is fluid and changes according to requirements.

As well as agricultural research and consultancy ADAS provides ecology arboriculture archaeology planning and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors. Our technical specialists have supported both local and nationally significant utility transport infrastructure government and development projects. Some of our client relationships span over 40 years. We evolve and innovate with our clients thereby ensuring that we provide a practical reliable and responsive service.

ADAS is part of the RSK Group a leading integrated environmental engineering and technical services business providing dynamic multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business capable of weathering external challenges while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning our philosophy has remained the same: employ develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues growth. Were committed to preserving RSKs people-first culture promoting innovation and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders races ethnicities ages neurotypes religions or beliefs sexual orientations and those with disabilities.

If youre passionate about making a difference join us as we work together to build a brighter more equitable and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes