Bid Manager
Canon UK is seeking a proactive and experienced Bid Manager to join our team
In this pivotal role, you will lead and qualify complex tenders and non-tender pursuits—including direct awards and proactive proposals—working closely with both direct and indirect sales teams across our B2B business. You’ll take ownership of solution and strategy design, guiding cross-functional project teams (both physical and virtual) to deliver high-quality, customer-focused responses that exceed expectations.
If you’re passionate about creating winning propositions and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
At Canon, we’ve been inspiring people to capture and share their world for over 85 years. As a global leader in imaging and innovation, we’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact. We’re proud of our diverse, inclusive culture and our philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a diverse, energetic team, joining 50+ nationalities at our Stockley Park Head Office
- Enjoy hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
- Benefit from flexible hours, professional development, and a wide range of perks
- Minimum of 25 days of personal holiday per year with up to 5 days of available holiday purchase
- Access a competitive salary, benefits, a generous pension scheme and up to 38% discount on Canon products
- Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and your personal growth
- Great transport links- Elizabeth Line and Stockley Park low-cost Shuttle Bus and free parking on site
If you are ready to make an impact – we’d love to hear from you.
As the Bid Manager you will have the following personal qualities and attributes:
- Highly organised individual / effective time manager.
- Ability to review and challenge working procedures on a continuous basis.
- Ability to compile a customer focused, concise and compelling response
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment at maximum quality
- Coach subject matter experts in bid writing skills and best practice
- Storyboarding techniques with subject matter experts
- Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods at all levels throughout the business.
Building productive working relationships with our internal & external customers and being professional in a customer-facing environment.
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Experience:
- Association of Proposal Management Professionals Foundation Level as a minimum
- Experience/prior usage of knowledge management systems is a significant advantage
Strong English language skills are essential
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As the Bid Manager, you will possess the following skills and expertise:
- Drive for results
- Customer Focus
- Apply High Standards of Accuracy
- Act as a Team Player
Create Insight
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Salary: up to £44,000 dependent on experience, 25 days a/l, pension, private healthcare and wider medical plan, flexible benefits and discount on Canon products
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