Bid & Propositions Manager

Location: United Kingdom (Wimbledon / London area) | Full-time

Hybrid work model: 2 days per week in the office

About KPS

KPS is one of the leading consultancies in Europe for digital transformation and process optimisation, with a strong footprint in the DACH region and the UK.

As a specialised management and technology consultancy, we design future-proof, end-to-end transformation solutions – with a clear focus on retail and consumer goods companies.

With our innovative “Instant Transformation” approach and deep SAP expertise, we deliver fast, measurable and sustainable results – from strategy through to successful implementation.

KPS operates across the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and Scandinavia, working with some of Europe’s most recognised brands.

Our focus areas

• Digital Experience/CX: Creating customer-centric, omnichannel experiences with real business impact

• Technology & Processes: Modernising IT and process landscapes together with our premium partner SAP

• Strategic Consulting: Highly specialised transformation expertise via our boutique brand Infront

What makes us special

KPS is more than a consultancy. We take responsibility for our clients’ success and work in true partnership. Our teams are pragmatic, impact-driven and focused on delivering tangible results.

Our values – what connects us

Trust – Quality – Team Spirit – Responsibility – Impact

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid and proposal processes, from qualified opportunity through to submission and contract award, ensuring high-quality, compliant and compelling outcomes.

• Define and execute winning bid strategies aligned with client needs, evaluation criteria and KPS’ strategic objectives to maximise win rates.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, coordinating multi-disciplinary contributors and external partners throughout the bid lifecycle.

• Develop persuasive, client-focused proposals and propositions

• Drive commercial excellence and continuous improvement, leveraging market insights, post-bid reviews and AI-enabled tools to optimise quality, efficiency and competitiveness.

What we are looking for

• Proven consulting background with strong experience in bid management, tenders or proposal leadership within consulting, professional services or complex solution environments.

• Demonstrated success in winning high-value B2B and B2C bids, ideally in digital transformation, SAP or enterprise technology contexts.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to translate complex consulting solutions into clear, persuasive value propositions for senior and C-level audiences.

• Strong project and commercial acumen, capable of managing multiple bids under tight deadlines with a strategic, detail-oriented and results-driven approach.

• Collaborative, resilient and analytical mindset, thriving in fast-paced consulting environments and confident working across international, cross-functional teams.

What we offer you

At KPS, you will find an environment that supports both professional growth and personal well-being:

• Strong growth and learning opportunities, including continuous development in modern bid management, propositions and AI-supported processes

• The opportunity to be part of an international team with very close collaboration and a warm, supportive atmosphere

• 25 days of annual leave

• 8 UK bank holidays

• Private medical insurance

• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance