Business Support Tender Pricing Assistant

Hayley Group Limited has an exciting opportunity for a Business Support Tender Pricing Assistantto join our well-established and experienced National Accounts team based at our Oldbury office. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

Hayley Group is the largest independent distributor of engineering products and consumables in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer, currently employing over 1,000 people who continue to be a cornerstone of our business and are fundamental to providing industry-leading customer service.

About the role:

As our Business Support Tender Pricing Assistantyou will be working closely with the Bids and Tender team and will support the delivery of planned growth targets through the delivery of winning bids.

You will work within the Business Support team, supporting bids across the business ensuring effective coordination of allocated bids as well as ensuring the highest-level submission outputs that support the strategy and targets for National Accounts.

Working hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Key responsibilities as our Business Support Tender Pricing Assistant will include:

• Supporting the Bids and Tender Manager and coordinators with tender bid submissions, through providing pricing support for the entire process of the tender stage.
• Updating the Hayley Group National Accounts Dashboard system with accurate information relating to the bids you are working on.
• Coordinating the process of obtaining pricing from one of Hayley Group product categories and ensuring that the tender bids are in adherence to deadlines, requirements and company guidelines.
• Supporting the Bids and Tender Manager and coordinators by ensuring that customer portals are accurate and up to date with the latest Hayley Group Information.
• Working closely with the Commercial - Bids and Tender Manager and the National Account Managers as required to develop specific bid win themes, response plans and final submissions.
• Coordinating and supporting Bids and Tender Manager and coordinators with any specific tender clarifications.
• Effectively communicating with all specific bid participants ensuring dissemination of critical bid information.
• Working towards bid plans to meet the needs of each tender in terms of timescales, resources and support.
• Ensuring final bid submissions are complete and correct, reflecting the client's needs and ensure that the bid meets the strategy for Hayley Group and National Accounts.
• Supporting and maintaining the National Accounts Dashboard in Pipeline opportunities or any Engagement Activities such as tenders, proposals or presentations.

Skills & Attributes we're looking for in our Business Support Tender Pricing Assistant:

• Proven experience in managing pricing baskets for tenders in the engineering or industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of MRO, Engineering Consumables and related service models.
• Excellent Excel skill and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.
• Exceptional organisational and project management abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset to interpret complex requirements and develop innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in using bid management software/tools.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and commercial contracts.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of pricing strategies. Knowledge of UK bidding regulations and standards.

Benefits:

• From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays), increased with length of service.
• Company pension (if eligible).
• Free Death in Service cover (x2 salary).
• Invitation to healthcare scheme.
• Wellness programmes.
• Excellent opportunities and career prospects available.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join the team at Hayley Group - please click 'apply’ now to become our Business Support Tender Pricing Assistant - we'd like to hear from you!