Bid Manager

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Thursday, January 8, 2026
Application deadline : As soon as possible

KOMPAN is the world’s No. 1 playground supplier. We develop, produce and market an extensive range of playground equipment that covers all age groups. All our playgrounds are designed from the ground up to improve childhood health and learning. And all our products offer compelling design, high play value, uncompromising safety, unique innovation and long-lasting quality. 

The Bid Manager contributes to SALES GROWTH by supporting allocated Area Sales Managers with QUOTES & TENDERS as required. This role drives the financial performance of the business through WIN RATE and influence of CORRECT PRICING and gatekeeping of MARGIN / DISCOUNTS that meets or exceeds company policy. 

Key responsibilities

  • Be the main point of contact for your assigned Area Sales Managers with whom you will work closely with on tenders, quotes and orders.
  • Review of Invitation to Tender (ITT) & PQQ documents to determine contractor tender return requirements.
  • Assemble, collate, and edit written document content for tender responses to answer all Tender questions fully.
  • To liaise & proactively collaborate with colleagues across the KOMPAN Group to gain comprehensive and relevant information for inclusion in Tenders.
  • Requesting, collating, and editing written content provided by other departments and KOMPAN partners to meet the client Tender specification.
  • Effectively manage bid timelines (multiple projects at once). Ensure all Tenders are delivered on time.
  • Process Orders as requested by your assigned Area Sales Manager.
  • Use internal KOMPAN business systems, MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint to compile information for inclusion in quotes and Tenders.
  • Maintain detailed records & accurate data in the company’s business systems.
  • Raising invoices for some customer types
  • Source quotes from KOMPAN partner suppliers as required to compile pricing information for quotes and Tenders.
  • Close liaison with KOMPAN colleagues to share best practice and workload. 

Experience

  • Proven capability to take the lead in responding to Tender Framework and multi-site/ complex bids
  • Proven track record of successful bid writing & creating compelling sales documents including pricing & quotations
  • Proven track record of prioritizing workload to meet agreed timescales & deadlines & ability to manage own workload in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
  • A highly proficient and independent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & experience of using CRM systems
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Consistent high standard of customer service to Area Sales Managers & Regional Sales Managers, and Internal stakeholders
  • Track record of thriving in a dynamic team & fast paced environment
  • Able to work autonomously with excellent project management skills, proactively managing personal workload and supporting others with setting their own priorities
  • Experienced in raising quotations, calculating detailed pricing with profit margins
  • Actively demonstrates the KOMPAN Group values for behaviour in Passion, Progress, Performance & People towards customers and colleagues
  • Structured and accurate, especially with data input skills, excellent attention to detail
  • A natural multi-tasker, able to track and manage multiple projects concurrently
  • Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

In addition, the following experience would be advantageous:

  • Experience of tendering for Local Authorities
  • Experience of the construction/ landscape or similar industry

Your profile

  • A team player and natural collaborator with others.
  • Structured and accurate, especially with data input, excellent attention to detail is vita
  • Proven ability to work autonomously with excellent organisational and project management skills, proactively planning & managing personal workload to meet multiple critical deadlines.
  • A natural multi-tasker, able to track and manage multiple projects concurrently, often working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • A quick learner, able to comprehend and process technical construction information.
  • Accommodating with a positive ‘can-do’ problem solving attitude under pressure
  • Assertiveness towards project delivery, seeking and ensuring contributions from others
  • A professional commitment to excellent customer service, demonstrates balance and good judgement in difficult or ‘complaint’ situations
  • Good client understanding & commercial focus to ensure requirements of Area Sales Manager/ client are met

Become a part of KOMPAN

We offer attractive terms of employment and a position in an international company which is the global leader in its field. KOMPAN is market-leading due to our ambitions and focused strategic efforts. 

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

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Project Coordinator

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Friday, December 19, 2025
Application deadline : Ongoing

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator to join our team in the playground industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the smooth execution of playground installation projects, from handover to completion. You’ll coordinate internal teams, liaise with clients, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.

This role requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC14) and CRM systems, as well as excellent communication and time management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and monitor all stages of multiple playground projects, from initial planning to completion.
  • Work closely with Contract Managers to keep projects running smoothly. 
  • Act as a central point of contact between sales, design, logistics, and installation teams.
  • Take an active role in managing resource allocation. 
  • Maintain accurate project timelines, budgets, and documentation.
  • Use BC14 to manage project financials, procurement, and inventory tracking.
  • Use CRM systems to track project milestones and log communication history.
  • Schedule and manage deliveries and installation dates.
  • Liaise with contractors, and third-party suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Identify and resolve project risks or delays quickly and effectively.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to health and safety guidelines and industry regulations.
  • Raise project invoices upon completion ensuring accuracy and timely processing

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a project coordination or project support role, ideally within playgrounds, or a related outdoor/installation industry.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 
  • Experience using CRM systems to manage project data.
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects.
  • Basic understanding of playground safety standards and UK regulations is a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

What We Offer:

  • A friendly, down-to-earth team that values collaboration and initiative.
  • Flexible working options, including hybrid working
  • Private medical insurance after completion of successful probationary period
  • Health cash back plan 
  • Pension Scheme - joined after 3 months
  • Competitive bonus scheme
  • Working within a creative, innovative and experienced team for a company who are a leading design and manufacturer of high-quality playground equipment within the UK

 

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

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CAD Technician - Construction Drawing

Design & Visualisation, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Thursday, December 11, 2025
Application deadline : As soon as possible

KOMPAN are the market leaders in outdoor play and fitness in the UK, part of a global equipment manufacturer setting the trends and innovation for the global industry. Our purpose is to create healthier and happier communities through impactful outdoor play and fitness solutions. We strive hard to provide our customers with products that deliver outstanding performance on all parameters.

 

Job Purpose

The role is an addition to an existing one within our design team and this opportunity comes as part of our growth plans, to develop more resource and support for the design and contracts teams.  
The role supports the design, development and installation of innovative playground schemes by producing high-quality CAD drawings and technical documentation. The CAD Technician will produce accurate and detailed construction drawings that support the installation of playground and outdoor fitness equipment. 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Create construction drawings of playground and outdoor fitness schemes ready for installation by our contracts team
  • Translate designs from our bespoke inhouse 3D sales software to create construction drawings for our contract team
  • Collaborate with the contracts managers, sales and wider design teams to ensure feasibility and compliance
  • Ensure all drawings adhere to relevant safety standards (e.g., BS EN 1176/1177)
  • Maintain drawing archives and CAD libraries to align with KOMPAN process standards
  • Identify and resolve design errors and design efficiencies, collaborating with internal teams, through clear communication and handover

 

Skills & Experience

  • Experience in AutoCAD (2D essential, 3D desirable) and/or Revit (desirable) 
  • Experience in landscape, architectural, or product design - preferably in playground or outdoor leisure sectors
  • Understanding of levels and cut/fill desirable 
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
  • Knowledge of UK playground safety standards is advantageous
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Strong communication, teamwork and collaborative abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

 

Your profile

  • You have a design related degree, e.g. product designer, graphic designer, interior design 
  • You are proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit
  • Ability to balance technical accuracy with commercial awareness and creativity
  • A proactive, problem-solving mindset, always looking to improve efficiencies and positively influence KOMPAN through a collaborative approach
  • You are a team player with an ambition to learn and develop new skills
  • You are sociable, helpful role model for the design team with a can-do attitude and a positive outlook
  • A good communicator
  • Passion for play, outdoor environments, and inclusive design

 

We offer attractive terms of employment and a position in an international company with opportunity for growth across the group as well as our local UK business, valuing staff retention.

 

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

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CAD Technician - Playground Design

Design & Visualisation, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Thursday, December 11, 2025
Application deadline Wednesday, April 1, 2026

KOMPAN are the market leaders in outdoor play and fitness in the UK, part of a global equipment manufacturer setting the trends and innovation for the global industry. Our purpose is to create healthier and happier communities through impactful outdoor play and fitness solutions. We strive hard to provide our customers with products that deliver outstanding performance on all parameters.

 

Job purpose

The opportunity comes as part of our growth plans, to develop more resource and support for the sales team and create efficiencies. 
The role supports the design, development and installation of innovative playground schemes by producing high-quality CAD drawings and technical documentation. The CAD Technician will play a key role in producing and pricing creative concepts that meet safety standards and client expectations.

 

Key responsibilities

  • Interpret client briefs, site surveys, and drawings to deliver creative, functional, and cost-effective 2D design solutions and quotations
  • Collaborate with sales and wider design teams to ensure feasibility and compliance
  • Ensure all drawings adhere to relevant safety standards (e.g., BS EN 1176/1177)
  • Maintain drawing archives and CAD libraries to align with KOMPAN process standards
  • Identify and resolve design errors and design efficiencies, collaborating with internal teams, through clear communication and handover

 

Skills & experience

  • Experience in AutoCAD (2D essential, 3D desirable) and/or Revit (desirable) 
  • Experience in landscape, architectural, or product design - preferably in playground or outdoor leisure sectors
  • Understanding of levels and cut/fill desirable 
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
  • Knowledge of UK playground safety standards is advantageous
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Strong communication, teamwork and collaborative abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

 

Your profile

  • You have a design related degree, e.g. product designer, graphic designer, interior design 
  • You are proficient in AutoCAD
  • Ability to balance technical accuracy with commercial awareness and creativity
  • A proactive, problem-solving mindset, always looking to improve efficiencies and positively influence KOMPAN through a collaborative approach
  • You are a team player with an ambition to learn and develop new skills
  • You are sociable, helpful role model for the design team with a can-do attitude and a positive outlook
  • A good communicator
  • Passion for play, outdoor environments, and inclusive design

 

We offer attractive terms of employment and a position in an international company with opportunity for growth across the group as well as our local UK business, valuing staff retention.

 

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

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Playground Designer

Design & Visualisation, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Thursday, December 11, 2025
Application deadline : Ongoing

KOMPAN are the market leaders in outdoor play and fitness in the UK, part of a global equipment manufacturer setting the trends and innovation for the global industry. Our purpose is to create healthier and happier communities through impactful outdoor play and fitness solutions. We strive hard to provide our customers with products that deliver outstanding performance on all parameters.

 

Job purpose

The opportunity comes as part of our growth plans, to develop more resource and support for the sales team and create efficiencies. The role supports the design, development and installation of innovative playground schemes by producing high-quality CAD drawings and eye-catching 3D generated presentations. The Designer will play a key role in producing and pricing creative concepts that meet safety standards and client expectations.

 

Key responsibilities:

· Interpret client briefs, site surveys, and drawings to deliver creative, functional, and cost-effective 2D design solutions and quotations

· Produce 3D visuals and illustrations/plans for submissions to clients

· Liaising with your wider design colleagues, sales team and contracts teams to ensure feasibility and compliance

· Third party quotation management

· Co-ordinating multiple projects simultaneously

· Project management to ensure best practices are implemented

· Develop, implement and monitor policies and guidelines for design processes · Reporting to management

 

Skills & experience

· You have a design related degree, e.g. product design, graphic design, interior design

· You are proficient in AutoCAD and 3D Studio Max and have experience in using Photoshop and/or Adobe Creative Suite

· Use of Revit (desirable)

· Experience in landscape, architectural, or product design - preferably in playground or outdoor leisure sectors

· Knowledge of UK playground safety standards is advantageous

 

Your profile

· You have a creative eye

· You are a team player with an ambition to learn and develop new skills

· You are sociable, helpful, with a can-do attitude and a positive outlook

· Strong communication, teamwork and collaborative abilities

· Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

· A proactive, problem-solving mindset, always looking to improve efficiencies and positively influence KOMPAN through a collaborative approach

· Passion for play, outdoor environments, and inclusive design

 

We offer attractive terms of employment and a position in an international company with opportunity for growth across the group as well as our local UK business, valuing staff retention.

 

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

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National Sales Manager - Education

Sales, KOMPAN United KingdomPublished Friday, November 21, 2025
Application deadline : Ongoing

About Us

KOMPAN is the global leader and the largest provider of play and outdoor fitness solutions in the UK. Our mission is to create happier and healthier communities through innovative products that inspire movement, learning, and social interaction. In the UK, we are expanding into the education sector - one of the country’s largest and most dynamic markets - and we need a passionate leader to drive this growth. Our mission is simple, become the largest play provider in the education sector within the next 5 years. 

 

The Role

As National Sales Manager for Education, you will spearhead KOMPAN’s entry into the school segment. This is a strategic role focused on building a dedicated team, developing market-specific solutions, and delivering exceptional results. You will work closely with marketing, telesales, and back-office support to ensure a seamless customer experience and position KOMPAN as the go-to provider for schools nationwide.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a national sales strategy for the education sector.
  • Recruit, onboard, and lead a high-performing consultative sales team.
  • Recruit, onboard and lead an education focused marketing and telesales team.
  • Drive lead generation through marketing and telesales initiatives.
  • Identify product portfolio gaps and integrate third-party solutions where necessary.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to streamline quoting and contract delivery.

 

About You

  • Proven track record in consultative sales and team leadership.
  • Strong understanding of the education market and its decision-making processes.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to execute plans and deliver results.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Willingness to travel nationally.
  • Excellent leader and motivator of team

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary, uncapped commission structure and performance-based bonuses.
  • Company car and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunity to shape a new market segment and make a lasting impact.
  • Supportive, innovative, and growth-focused environment.

 

Join Us

If you’re ready to lead a game-changing initiative and help KOMPAN become the leading playground provider for schools, we’d love to hear from you.

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.

 

 

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