Bid Proposal Writer

Adecco is an International HR and Consultancy firm. Our client, in the aviation sector, is looking for a Bid Proposal Writer.

Our client, in the aviation sector, is looking for a Bid Proposal Writer.

Reporting to the Director of Global Training, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development of the bid proposal structure & the completion and management of the tender process, ensuring our branding & business development strategies are clearly integrated into bid proposals in a professional manner.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide a full business development support resource for the Director of Global Training (DGT): act as her deputy, manage the bid funnel, research/compile bids & develop client marketing collateral & deal with senior clients in her absence. Accompany the DGT on selected trade visits and manage senior client contacts on her behalf when she is out of office.
• Track the opportunities in the markets in which the Company operate to ensure all viable tenders, RFP & direct requests are identified, qualified & assessed.
• Research, develop and create professional bid proposals which are aligned with the business development strategy, Company's brand equity, Clients requirements and industry trends.
• Track the implementation of contracted training with Africa to ensure effective compliance with the contract terms and accurate timeous feedback to clients.
• Manage the Bid library and administrative systems to provide responsive, professional & cost-effective client services.

Qualification:

• Matric with a Rotor training ATPL/Instructor.
• Matric with a Business Development diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years in a Business development role in aviation or related industry.
• Alternatively, 2-4 years in an aviation training/operations role with a proven propensity for in client relationship management.

Candidate profile:

• Excellent communicator with proven business development aptitude;
• Excellent literacy skills, with an extensive vocabulary;
• Deadline driven and effective time management skills;
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload;
• Thrive in a busy environment;
• Managing a number of overlapping work streams;
• The ability to work as a team to get accurate, high quality information from all bid stakeholders in order to produce bid collateral is essential.