Procurement & Bid Writer - Walsall
Location: WS3
Hours: 20 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £34,386 - £43,714 (pro rata)
We are recruiting on behalf of a multi-academy trust for an experienced Procurement & Bid Writer to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in procurement and bid writing to play a key role in supporting the organisation's purchasing strategies, securing funding and identifying new revenue opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage procurement processes, ensuring compliance and value for money.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies.
- Manage tendering processes, supplier evaluations and contract negotiations.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.
- Identify suitable grants, funding opportunities and tenders.
- Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality bids and funding applications.
- Work with internal stakeholders to develop compelling applications.
- Maintain accurate procurement and funding records.
Essential Experience & Skills:
- Proven experience in bid writing or a related role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, frameworks and best practice.
- Experience delivering cost savings and value for money.
- Excellent analytical, numerical and organisational skills.
- Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
A CIPS Level 2 qualification (or equivalent), or working towards one, is desirable.
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