Sales Operations & Commercial Bid Manager

Hiring Manager - Richard Cooper

Closing Date - 4th November 2025

Remote working with occasional trip to Reading or Exeter

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a proactive Sales Operations & Commercial Bid Manager to drive sales efficiency and secure new business across private and public sector clients. You’ll lead the end-to-end bid process and support strategic growth in secure Cloud Technology, GIS, Data Management, Analytics, and Managed Services.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Operations

• Streamline sales processes and manage CRM data.
• Deliver performance dashboards and insights.
• Support the sales team with tools, training, and best practices.
• Align sales efforts with marketing, finance, and delivery teams.

Bid Management

• Lead bids from initial inquiry to final submission.
• Develop compelling, compliant proposals.
• Coordinate cross-functional bid teams.
• Maintain bid resources and track outcomes.

About You

You’re a confident and commercially minded professional with a strong track record in bid management and sales operations. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. With experience in professional services and managing complex, multi-stream opportunities, you bring clarity, structure, and energy to every project.

What You’ll Bring:

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• Proven success in sales operations and leading bids end-to-end.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement and industry regulations (a plus).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent project management, attention to detail, and commercial awareness.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to mentor others.
• A passion for process improvement and identifying new business opportunities.
• A client-focused approach, delivering tailored solutions through cross-functional teamwork.