We are currently recruiting for an experienced SC Cleared Subcontract Bid Manager to support a leading organisation operating within the Defence and Digital domain. This role will play a key part in supporting major business-winning activity through the leadership of procurement and supply chain strategy across complex bids. Contract DetailsContract Length: 3 monthsLocation: Guildford or Alton (1-2 days per week onsite)Rate: 400 to 500 per day (Umbrella)IR35 Status: Inside IR35Due to the security nature of this role, candidates must hold live and transferable SC clearance (used within the last 12 months) and be UK nationals. Role OverviewThe Bid Manager will lead and manage procurement activity for strategic bids and campaigns, ensuring robust procurement strategies are developed and executed to support business growth. The role requires strong commercial judgement, stakeholder management, and experience operating within complex, high-value programmes. You will work closely with commercial, technical, and project teams, managing subcontract structures, negotiations, and contract implementation, while ensuring governance and compliance requirements are met. Key ResponsibilitiesLead procurement activity across major bids and business-winning campaignsDevelop and implement supplier and third-party bid strategiesManage subcontract structures, negotiations, and contract implementationEnsure governance, compliance, and flow-down of customer contract termsDrive value, innovation, ..... full job details .....