Bid Finance Manager

Job Description Morson Talent are proud to be partnering with a leading global defence technology organisation to recruit an experienced Bid Finance Manager for their Optronics & Missile Electronics division, based in Glasgow.This is a pivotal role within a high-performing commercial team and ideal for a finance or estimating professional who thrives in complex, high-value bid environments who wants to make a tangible impact on programmes that shape the future of defence innovationAs Bid Finance Manager, you will play a central role in shaping high-value bids and proposals that influence strategic outcomes at the highest level. This role offers hybrid working.Responsibilities:Lead the coordination, creation, and presentation of estimating, costing, and pricing strategies for major bidsProvide financial modelling and analysis to support internal bid reviews and approval processesDevelop and refine cost models to inform decisions on cashflow, margin, and profitabilityDrive continuous improvement in estimating tools, methodologies, and financial modelling processesSupport pricing and negotiation discussions with government and defence customers under Single Source Pricing Regulations (SSPR)Skills & experience:Proven experience working on complex bids, ideally exceeding 50MBackground in Defence, Aerospace, or complex Engineering industriesUnderstanding of UK MOD procurement, cost assurance, and SSPR processesStrong analytical, financial modelling, and Excel-based forecasting skillsFamiliarity with tools such as ProPricer, TruePlanning, or Primavera (advantageous)Excellent communication skills and able to present complex financial data with clarity and influence decision-makersEligibility for SC Security Clearance (current clearance advantageous)JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-16