Assistant Director Proposals

Freeman•Dallas, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director Proposals helps manage assignments, workflows, and related RFP tasks within the proposal team. They supervise a team of Proposal Managers to ensure they meet all new business objectives while simultaneously supporting higher level proposals and internal initiatives. The Assistant Director Proposals works closely with our Legal team to ensure alignment and continuity across proposal contracts, and also assists with proposal budgeting and reporting, marketing capabilities and supporting proposal assets, and internal presentations related to new business efforts as needed. This role reports into the Senior Director of Enterprise Proposals and manages multiple direct reports. This position will support our Proposals team under our Growth (Sales) group. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations: Dallas, TX or Orlando, FL.

Requirements

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to confidently lead, influence, and drive projects to completion
Demonstrated experience managing, coaching, and developing direct reports, including setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and fostering a high-performing team environment
Works well under pressure with excellent attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Resourceful and critical thinker who is comfortable working with varying levels of authority and / or personalities
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a passion for managing teams and projects successfully, on time and on budget
Strong understanding of various creative disciplines and the ability to articulate design objectives for project and talent alignment on proposals

Nice To Haves

Travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

Oversees team of Proposal Project Managers & Contract Managers including all project assignments, related support, and training / onboarding of new hires
Manages RFP pipeline, processes and workflows, and provides guidance as needed to ensure proposals are completed efficiently and accurately
Manages creative scoping and resourcing needs to align proper team assignments for incoming projects and proposals
Works closely with Legal on all contract requirements and initiatives to ensure proper compliance with client proposals and Freeman business practices
Helps with monthly tracking and reporting of RFPs and all respective data from Salesforce and Workfront
Works closely with Marketing and Creative teams on any Growth and proposal related assets
Supports additional new business initiatives and cross-functional collaboration between internal teams in support of RFPs as needed
Helps maintain internal team page on company SharePoint (Proposal Toolbox) and all related assets that support our Freeman teams
Maintains highly confidential or sensitive information and files, correspondence, and records as required
Performs other duties as assigned