An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, students & patients healthy, safe and productive. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate1% of total revenue annually to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation.


More about our benefits

• Flexible hybrid workplace
• Competitive remuneration with excellent bonus scheme
• Generous Reward and Recognition programs
• Access to ongoing training and career development programs
• Access to free Mental Health programs
• Birthday and Anniversary day off
• Convenient location with onsite parking
• Employee discounts on full product range
• Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives

More about what you'll do


If you have experience writing persuasively, meeting deadlines and collaborating with individuals with a common purpose, then we invite you to this opportunity to join our Bids Team.


The position of Bid Manager is essential within our growing Bids and Contracts Team who connect and work across sales teams to acquire and retain customers through bidding and contract lifecycles, across Federal, State and Local Government and all Industries of the Corporate sector.


The Bids Team create compelling proposals for business development opportunities and contract renewals across Federal, State and Local Government and all Industries of the Corporate sector


Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the bid development process from kick-off meeting to tender submission
• Coordination of all relevant stakeholders to contribute to the tenders and proposals
• Execute the planning, writing, stakeholder review and submission of responses to bids, tenders and proposals within given time frames
• Draw on your collaboration skills with sales teams to create compelling content
• Work with the Pricing Analysts and Managers to position the commercial offer
• Contribute to content creation for the knowledge library and helping with ad-hoc requests for information.

More about you


The ideal applicant to join our team will be well-organised, creative, enthusiastic with a strong drive to succeed.


The key skills and competencies include:

• Experience in a proposal writing role in a Business-to-Business environment
• Intermediate experience in publishing documents in word, Power Point and Excel
• Certification in APMP or Shipley is desirable
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively across the business
• Ability to collaborate with all levels of stakeholders to source key information for bid content
• Graphic design experience will be welcome.

More about COS


When you join COS you’ll be working for a growing business servicing many of Australia’s most well recognised companies and government agencies. You’ll be part of a socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities for a talented and diverse team of passionate people.


You will be joining a talented team that live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Self Reflective, Family and Service Excellence. At COS, we work together to find smarter ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive. We are passionate about maintaining a business culture that focuses on professionalism with heart.


Through the success of our business COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to the community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded.


Founded in Australia 45 years ago, today with over 650 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard!


How to Apply


Please follow the instructions on the application page regarding your Work History, Education and Qualifications. You can include a Cover letter and Resume to give us an overview of your previous relevant experience.


COS can offer you not just a job but a career.


If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you!