Job Description
Role Purpose: The Commercial Bid Analyst supports the development of winning bids by preparing accurate cost estimates, analysing commercial data, and collaborating closely with technical, operational, and commercial stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical capabilities, a curious mindset, and a desire to grow within a global organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop accurate cost estimates to support bids, tenders, and proposals.
* Analyse historical data, supplier quotes, and internal inputs to validate assumptions and improve estimate accuracy.
* Build, maintain, and optimise complex Excel models to support pricing and scenario analysis.
* Work collaboratively with bid managers, sales teams, and subject matter experts to gather required commercial and technical information.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools, processes, and templates.
* Support risk assessments and commercial evaluations during bid development.
Key Skills & Attributes
* Advanced Excel Skills – Capable of building and managing complex spreadsheets involving formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and data visualisation.
* Curious and Analytical Mindset – Naturally inquisitive, willing to challenge assumptions, and eager to understand the "why" behind data and decisions.
* High Work Ethic and Positive Attitude – Reliable, self‐motivated, and committed to producing high‐quality work under deadlines.
* Willingness to Learn and Grow – Open to developing commercial, technical, and industry knowledge within a global organisation.
* Strong Communication and Collaboration Skills – Able to translate commercial and technical information into clear, structured outputs.
Qualifications & Experience (Preferred, Not Mandatory)
This role is pitched at a graduate level position, with relevant vocational or tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, or similar preferred. Exposure or experience in commercial analysis or bid tendering is welcomed but not a pre-requisite for the role.
Benefits
* Competitive pay and job security in an essential services industry
* Access to 100+ retail discounts and multiple salary packaging options
* Great teamwork and a solid group of people around you!
* Opportunities for training and career progression within Sodexo
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