Bid Writer - Cape Town, South Africa - Femminit Recruitment

Femminit Recruitment

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

beBee Recruiter

Minimum Requirements

Relevant Degree/Diploma in a related field, such as marketing, business administration, communication or journalism

years related experience

Skills

Excellent command of the English language including written and verbal communication skills
Strong technical writing and editorial skills
Strong research and analytical skills
Experience in bid writing or proposal development
Knowledge of the industry and market trends
Ability to grasp technical concepts and translate them into understandable text and graphics
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Attention to detail and accuracy
Knowledge of operational environments (preferably in Facilities Management Services)
Strong customer service orientation
Strong presentation skills
Urgency in closing open matters
Time management and prioritisation skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Process driver and implementer
Experience in coordinating and updating a knowledge base system is beneficial

Position Summary

Responsible for creating and submitting persuasive compliant proposals and related documentation that win new business contracts for the company.
The role involves collaborating with various departments and stakeholders to gather relevant information and create compelling responses to requests for proposals (RFPs), invitations to tender (ITTs), and other bid requests

Key Accountabilities/ Principle Responsibilities

Analyse bid requests: Analyse bid requests to understand the client's requirements, scope of work, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
Coordinate with various departments: Coordinate with various departments, such as sales, marketing, finance, HR, Quality, OHS and Operations, to gather relevant information and create a winning bid proposal.
Write compelling proposals: Craft wellwritten, concise, and persuasive proposals that address the client's needs and demonstrate the company's capabilities and competitive advantages.
Conduct research: Conduct research on the client's business, industry, and competition to provide a thorough understanding of the market and tailor the proposal to meet the client's specific needs.
Meet deadlines: Manage multiple deadlines and prioritise tasks to ensure timely submission of proposals.
Ensure compliance: Ensure compliance with the bid request's requirements, such as formatting, structure, and content.
Manage the bid process: Manage the bid process from start to finish, including coordinating with stakeholders, preparing and submitting the proposal, and following up with the client.
Maintain a knowledge base: Maintain a knowledge base of previous bids, client feedback, and industry trends to improve future bid proposals