Tender Management Specialist

Location: United Kingdom
Company: VB Spine 

Looking for a career where your work truly matters?

At VB Spine, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation supporting innovative spinal technologies that improve patient outcomes.

Why VB Spine?
At VB Spine, we believe in growing talent from within. Join a high-performing team, benefit from peer and executive mentorship, and shape strategy in the dynamic field of spinal medical devices - positioning yourself to influence growth and innovation across the organisation.

We are currently looking for a Tender Management Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for driving excellence in public and private procurement processes related to spinal implants and services.

This role ensures VB Spine’s competitive positioning by leading all tender, contract, and pricing activities in the region. The Tender Leader will collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, legal, and supply chain to deliver high-quality, compliant, and competitive tender submissions.

This person will also play a strategic role in shaping tender governance, monitoring procurement trends, and supporting commercial growth through strong stakeholder management and execution excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor public and private tender markets for spinal implant and related services

• Prepare, compile, and submit tender documentation in compliance with legal requirements and internal procedures

• Analyse tender specifications (SWZ) and identify key requirements

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (sales, finance, marketing, logistics, legal) to prepare competitive offers and ensure alignment with business objectives

• Coordinate communication with contracting authorities and public institutions during the tender process

• Track legislative changes in public procurement law and implement them into company processes

• Track and analyse tender results, providing management with insights, recommendations, and strategic improvements

• Drive continuous improvement of tender processes, tools, and templates in line with best practices

• Ensure adherence to corporate values, compliance, and ethical standards in all tendering activities
  
  

What You Bring

• University degree (preferred fields: law, administration, economics, management).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in tender management in the applicable country public procurement market (MedTech or healthcare experience is strongly preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of applicable country public procurement law and tender procedures.
• Ability to analyse complex documentation and prepare winning offers.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Competencies & Behaviours:

• Accuracy, reliability, and a strong focus on detail.
• High ethical standards and compliance orientation.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple functions under tight timelines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, adapted to the UK healthcare environment.
• Strategic thinking combined with operational execution.
• Independence and accountability for results

About VB Spine:

VB Spine, LLC is a global patient-focused and innovation-driven spine company formed after the acquisition of Stryker’s U.S. spine implant business by the Viscogliosi Brothers. Our globally recognised identity as innovators and stewards of the spine industry reflects our commitment to patient outcomes first. With a comprehensive product portfolio and a large and growing global distribution network, VB Spine delivers specialised solutions that address critical needs in spine surgery and enhance patient outcomes. VB Spine is a strategic partner to Stryker with access to Mako Spine and Copilot.

Focused on people, partnerships and operational excellence, VB Spine ensures healthcare professionals have access to the tools and resources needed to provide the highest standard of care.

Compensation:  

Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, with qualifications and performance taken into account.

This role is with a hybrid/ remote work model. While non-local candidates may apply, relocation and housing assistance are not provided, and candidates are responsible for all related expenses.