Bid Manager (Space Missions)

AAC Clyde Space

Glasgow, United Kingdom

About this role:

We are looking for a well-organised, enthusiastic individual who has an ability to understand existing and new technology coupled with a solid and demonstrable ability to form credible business plans. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a challenge in a dynamic working environment, working at the forefront of small satellite technology and services. You will be partnering with our customers and operational delivery teams to secure Space Missions contracts in line business objectives.

You will be core to our established Business Development team, playing a key role in our strategic plans to help bring Space down to Earth in line with our vision.

Key Responsibilities:

Convey customer requirements to our Operational Team and translate into clear, tailored value propositions.
Prepare technical, financial and programmatic proposals.
Proactively lead customer engagement and relationship building.
Meet sales targets in line with business objectives.
Assist in monitoring the competitive landscape, gathering market intelligence.
Assist with the development of marketing material.
Identify and attend appropriate conferences, industry events and customer visits.

Skills required:

Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent work experience
Ability to understand technical concepts to sufficient level of detail, communicating to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Passionate about the Space Industry
Excellent communicator with an engaging personality
Demonstrates ability to be proactive with networking
Evidence of focused tenacity
Be able to work autonomously
Committed to ensure our customers receive an awesome level of service
Demonstrates understanding of commercial awareness
Demonstrates ownership of problems and works towards finding solutions
Competent IT skills including working experience of Office365 and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool
Proficient in English, both verbally and written