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Head of Strategic Bids

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As Head of Strategic Bids, you’ll play a key role in driving Ipsum’s growth by working closely with the Business Development Director and senior stakeholders on high-value, strategic opportunities. You’ll lead the development and delivery of bids for both new and existing customers, helping to secure long-term partnerships and achieve year-on-year sales growth. Collaborating with operations and senior management teams, you’ll shape growth strategies, create key account plans, and manage sales activity for new customers. A significant part of your role will focus on strategic bidding, ensuring processes are robust and successful outcomes are achieved.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and execute growth strategies with key stakeholders
  • Build and maintain a strong CRM and opportunity pipeline through market research
  • Identify and develop new customer relationships and opportunities
  • Lead end-to-end pre-qualification and tendering processes, ensuring quality and compliance
  • Manage tender content, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Drive business development activities aligned with growth targets and KPIs
  • Provide regular reporting on pipeline, tender status, and key account plans
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering development and a learning culture

Requirements:

  • Experienced business development professional with a proven track record of winning strategic bids and delivering results in fast-paced environments
  • Strong knowledge of tendering principles, procurement processes, and pre-qualification management
  • Exceptional written communication skills to craft compelling proposals
  • Highly detail-oriented and deadline-driven
  • Ability to translate complex information into clear, persuasive responses
  • Leadership style that fosters collaboration and high performance
  • Excel at building relationships with stakeholders at all levels
  • Strategic thinker who can also act tactically
  • Bring creativity, resilience, and a continuous improvement mindset

Nice to have:

Experience in the UK utilities sector and digitalisation

What we offer:
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
  • Hybrid Working
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
  • 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more
  • Life assurance cover
  • Long service recognition
  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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