Procurement Pricing & Bids Manager

United KingdomLocation:Glenrothes, FifePosition Role Type:HybridBenefits:: Competitive salaryContributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr)Car/Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role)Company bonus scheme (discretionary)Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst othersEnhanced sick payEnhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leavePrivate Medical Insurance - dependant on gradeWork Culture37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements. Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early!Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.Flexible working culture focused on output, with more formal flexible working arrangements on request (assessed subject to role) - please highlight any requests to the Talent Acquisition team.As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.Our BusinessAs a leading defence and aerospace company operating across the United Kingdom, Raytheon UK helps to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. We are a major supplier to the UK government and customers around the globe, providing defence solutions across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We also provide digital and training transformation solutions to commercial and military customers.With circa 2000 employees and major facilities operating throughout the UK including Broughton (Wales), Livingston and Glenrothes (Scotland), and Harlow, Gloucester, and Manchester (England); we are committed to investing in British careers and technology development.The Procurement Pricing and Bid Manager will be responsible for leading the development of competitive pricing strategies and managing the end-to-end bid process for procurement opportunities. This role works closely with procurement commodities, finance, operations, and commercial teams to ensure bids are commercially viable, compliant, and aligned with organisational objectives.Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience in procurement, bid management, and pricing within defence or highly regulated sectorsStrong track record developing pricing strategies and complex cost models for bids and tendersExperience supporting government/public sector or defence procurementsSolid knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations and compliant proposal developmentExpertise in producing cost proposals, pricing narratives, and supporting documentationUnderstanding of contract types (fixed-price, cost-reimbursable, T&M, hybrid)Experience managing cross-functional bid teams and delivering to tight deadlinesFamiliarity with ERP systems, procurement tools, and advanced Excel modellingExperience supporting audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory requirementsDesirable SkillsProfessional certifications (e.g. MCIPS, MBA, NCMA or equivalent)Knowledge of cost accounting principles, indirect rates, and government-compliant pricing methodsKey ResponsibilitiesBid Leadership: Lead the end-to-end preparation, coordination, and submission of bids, tenders, and proposals.Work with technical, commercial, finance, procurement, legal, and operations teams to gather inputs and align on submissions.Bid Management: Oversee timelines, deliverables, approvals, and ensure compliance with governance requirements.Market & Cost Analysis: Analyse supplier pricing, market trends, competitor activity, and total cost of ownership risks/opportunities.Procurement Collaboration: Performance Tracking: Monitor bid outcomes, track key metrics, and conduct post-bid reviews to drive continuous improvement.Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms