Frameworks Bid Executive (Entry Level)
Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company?
Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team?
Join our Strategic Frameworks team
The Strategic Frameworks team sits within Softcat's Public Sector division and plays a vital role in enabling sales through access to key frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS). We work on strategic opportunities that directly shape Softcat's ability to grow in the public sector market.
This team is a collaborative mix of experienced bid professionals, and we're growing. You'll be joining a high-impact, supportive environment where curiosity, ownership, and learning are valued
Success. The Softcat Way.
Softcat is a leading technology Value-Added Reseller (VAR), currently ranked as the #1 IT Reseller in the United Kingdom. Following its incredible success in the European market, Softcat is looking to develop its presence and capabilities in the US.
Frameworks are essential to Softcat's public sector business – more than 80% of our revenue in this space is transacted through frameworks. As we expand our portfolio and capacity, we're looking for a Frameworks Bid Executive to join the team and support the successful delivery of our framework bids.
You'll be working closely with experienced Framework Bid Managers to support the bid process' operational, administrative, and compliance aspects while developing the skills to step into bid management.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone starting their career who has great attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a willingness to learn. You don't need prior bid experience – we'll train you.
As Frameworks Bid Executive, you'll be responsible for:
- Selection Questionnaires – Completing or supporting PQQs, ESPDs, and other pre-qualification documentation.
- Pipeline & Tracker Maintenance – scanning tender portals, updating internal trackers, and maintaining structured records.
- Document & Submission Support – Reviewing documents, formatting responses, and managing submission materials
We'd love you to have
- Detail-oriented – you spot the small things that make a big difference. We've hidden a few minor errors in this document to test your attention to detail.
- Organised & proactive – you can juggle multiple tasks and keep things on track
- A fast learner – you pick things up quickly and enjoy figuring things out
Work in a way that works for you
We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
- Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2days working from home
- Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day
- Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs
Working with us
Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.
Join us
To become part of the success story, please apply now.
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