Bid Manager (Defence sector)

  • hireful
  • Thornaby, Yorkshire
  • Oct 21, 2025
Full time Marketing

Job Description

Your chance to join the global technology leader in advanced gas detection and monitoring systems.

This is a company whose products support critical operations across defence, aerospace, deep-sea, and industrial environments.

This is a hybrid role, with offices just south of Middlesbrough - easily commutable from Sunderland, Darlington, Durham, etc.

The role would suit someone who has a been a Bid Manager, Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager, or similar role within the Defence sector or associated industries.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate complex, high-value defence bids, including MoD, NATO, and major primes.
  • Own commercial and contractual negotiations, managing risk and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, customers, and strategic partners.
  • Provide commercial input to strategic decision-making, pricing, and programme delivery.
  • Line manage the Contract Management function, mentoring and developing team members.

A competitive salary is on offer, which is negotiable depending on your career experience in this sector.

There is a range of excellent company benefits including generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more), healthcare plan, pension, employee profit share scheme, and more.

What we are looking for:

  • Significant experience in bid management, contract negotiation, or commercial roles within defence, aerospace, or complex engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of MoD procurement frameworks, DEFCONs, ITAR, DSPCR, and contract law.
  • Proven experience leading end-to-end bids for projects of £1M+ and managing international defence tenders.
  • Exceptional project management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach and calmness under pressure.
  • Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

This is an excellent opportunity to take a senior, impactful role in a high-performing business, working on innovative technology that supports safety and defence worldwide. Apply today!