Bid Co-ordinator

Bid Co‑ordinator – Ultra PCS

Ultra Precision Control Systems is a leading developer of mission‑ and safety‑critical equipment for the defence and aerospace industry. The team is dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid home/office, flexible hours and part‑ or full‑time employment.

As a Bid Co‑ordinator you will collate all required bid information (non‑recurring and recurring costs) across the company and ensure the data is suitable for pricing and proposals for the In‑Service Support Team in Cheltenham.

• Liaise with Engineering, Programmes, Procurement and Manufacturing to obtain required information.
• Deliver compliant bid inputs on time to the Bid Manager and sales team, using IPTs and developing a bid submission pack.
• Flow bid information into the pricing model and agree correct rates and margins for SLT sign‑off with sales.
• Challenge bid estimates to enhance win probability and margin.
• Arrange all necessary review and sign‑off meetings.
• Create and deliver winning bid proposals on time to the sales and marketing team.
• Monitor bid progress and ensure delivery to agreed dates.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Communicate and embody the company vision and values.
• Able to accommodate regular domestic and international travel if required.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Leadership and delegation abilities.
• Time‑management skills.
• Decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Tenacious, logical, and determined working style with strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse team to deliver results timely.
• Use own initiative within the scope of the role.
• Plan own work to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Seek solutions to problems encountered.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in programme management, design, development or manufacturing.
• Understanding of commercial negotiations and negotiating.
• Experience delivering complex bids.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

• Flexible working within core hours.
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance 4× annual salary.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Pension scheme – up to 5.5% employer contribution for