Head of Bids and Proposals

Head of Bids and Proposals page is loaded## Head of Bids and Proposals locations:
Greenford, Greater London, England, UK:
Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK:
Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-11127

Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance#
**** Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence:
Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.****# Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable war fighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!###
** Flexible Working
** At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.

Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all – we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment.

We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.
** Job Description
** As Head of Bids and Proposal, you will lead the successful delivery of high-quality bid submissions across all business segments, from new product development and mature product delivery to through-life support. You’ll deliver a consistent, efficient tender production process while driving excellence at every stage of the bid lifecycle.

Working closely with representatives across the business, you will add tangible value by ensuring proposals are compelling, compliant, and strategically aligned. You will oversee resource allocation, manage bid schedules, and provide leadership and mentorship to the bid production and administration teams. You will own the proposal review process, embedding continuous improvement and best practice across the function.

Responsible for building, developing, and leading the bid administration team, you will also support future business planning by mapping opportunities into the SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) process, tracking competitor activity, gathering customer intelligence, and communicating successful awards across the organisation.
** The Ideal Candidate
*** Proven success in developing and delivering winning bids to schedule
* Deep understanding of Bid Management best practice
* Experience working within a large, business-focused or corporate environment
* Excellent project management capability with strong attention to detail and a track record of delivering multiple projects on time
* Exceptional…