Bid & Business Development Manager

Bid & Business Development Manager – Drive Growth & Win Contracts Location: Wallingford (Office-Based - 5 days a week) | Competitive Salary Performance Bonuses | Full-Time, Permanent Are you a natural storyteller with a talent for writing winning bids? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your words drive business success? At Connect Catering , we don’t just provide exceptional food – we create experiences that leave a lasting impression. As a multi-award-winning contract caterer, we’re looking for a Bid & Business Development Manager to take our proposals, tenders, and sales strategy to the next level . This isn’t just about writing – it’s about winning . It’s about crafting compelling, persuasive proposals that make our clients excited to work with us. It’s about spotting new opportunities , building relationships , and helping our business grow . If you have a knack for storytelling , a passion for sales , and the drive to help secure major contracts , then this is the role for you ✨ What You’ll Be Doing: ✅ Writing winning bids, tenders, and proposals that set us apart ✅ Identifying & pursuing new business opportunities across multiple sectors ✅ Generating leads & making connections when the sales team needs extra support ✅ Collaborating with teams across the business – from Operations to Finance ✅ Attending networking events & exhibitions to build relationships and drive sales ✅ Keeping our bid content sharp, fresh & ahead of the competition What You Bring to the Table: ✔️ Proven experience in bid writing & business development (B2B, catering, or service industry preferred) ✔️ Exceptional writing skills – you know how to craft a powerful, persuasive proposal ✔️ Sales savvy – you understand how to identify opportunities and turn leads into business ✔️ Organisational excellence – juggling multiple deadlines is your superpower ✔️ Confidence in cold calling & lead generation when needed ✔️ CRM & Microsoft Office proficiency Why Join Connect Catering? ✨ A role where your impact is tangible – every bid you write and lead you generate helps shape our success ✨ A growing, award-winning company with a reputation for excellence ✨ A dynamic and supportive team that values innovation and collaboration ✨ Performance bonuses that reward success ✨ Career development opportunities to grow within the company Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re passionate about crafting winning proposals , identifying growth opportunities , and playing a key role in business success , we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience. For more information, contact cherry.tatlowconnectcatering.co.uk Your words could be the reason we win our next big contract – let’s make it happen together

Location: Wallingford, GB

Posted Date: 2/25/2025