Bid Manager

Bid Manager

eir Business is the B2B division of eir and one of Ireland's leading providers of telecommunications, technology, cloud, cybersecurity, managed IT and workplace solutions. Supporting organisations of all sizes, from SMEs to large enterprises and public sector bodies, eir Business delivers secure, end-to-end connectivity and digital transformation services that help customers operate more efficiently, securely and effectively. Leveraging Ireland's largest mobile network, extensive fixed-line infrastructure, cloud capabilities and 24/7 expert support, eir Business partners with customers to design, implement and manage technology solutions that enable innovation, productivity and business growth.

Due to continued growth, eir business is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join its established Bid Team. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of technology, telecommunications, managed services and professional services opportunities across both public and private sector customers. 

The role will involve working closely with Sales, Commercial, Technical and Delivery teams to produce compelling, compliant and commercially competitive bids. 

• Manage bid opportunities from qualification through to submission.

• Analyse tender documentation and identify key deliverables and risks.

• Facilitate bid kick-off meetings and coordinate bid teams.

• Develop bid strategies, win themes and response plans.

• Coordinate contributions from SMEs, technical teams and commercial stakeholders.

• Manage bid schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.

• Produce high-quality written content where required.

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and procurement regulations.

• Manage customer clarification processes.

• Lead submission preparation and governance reviews.

• Participate in post-bid reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Experience within ICT, Telecommunications, Managed Services or Professional Services sectors is essential. 

• Knowledge of Irish public sector procurement, OGP and eTenders. 

• 3-7 years' experience managing bids and tenders. 

• Experience responding to public and private sector procurements. 

• Strong understanding of procurement processes and tender documentation. 

• Demonstrated success managing complex submissions. 

• Excellent written communication and stakeholder management skills. 

• Strong commercial awareness. 

• Experience working under tight deadlines. 

Desirable 

• APMP Practitioner Certification. 

• Experience using bid automation and content management tools.