Proposal Manager - Sole Source

BAE Systems•Louisville, KY

2d•$107,952 - $183,518•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems (CMS) is hiring a Proposal Manager with hands on experience leading captures from identification to award. As a Proposal Manager you will play a key role in the development of sole-source proposals in response to Government solicitations. You will work closely with our team of Proposal Analysts and cross-functional capture teams to ensure proposal responses meet quality standards and are completed on schedule. Additional compliance to BAE System’s LCM phases 0 – 1B is required, including developing integrated proposal schedules with phase reviews, bid status reviews, and technical bid approval. This role can be based out of major CMS sites, including York, PA; Sterling Heights, MI; Louisville, KY; Maple Grove, MN; and Phoenix, AZ This is a Hybrid schedule where you will work 3 days onsite weekly There will be 10% travel

Requirements

Eligibility for United States Department of War (DoW) Secret Security clearance
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Proposal Management
Experience in Department of War (DoW) Contracting proposal leadership
Microsoft Office advanced skills; Excel, Word, Project, SharePoint
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Ability to travel 10% - quarterly or as needed

Nice To Haves

Professional Certification
Experience in Project Management, planning, scheduling, scope management, etc.
Experience in cross-functional team leadership/influencing
Experience in mentoring, coaching, and training
Solution-oriented with problem-solving skills
Self-starter that takes initiative
Strong business acumen

Responsibilities

Review and analyze solicitation and related documents ensuring final proposal product is compliant and delivered on schedule
Work with Proposal teams to develop materials including but not limited to proposal outline, compliance matrix, cost proposal management plans, schedules, Basis of Estimates, Program Actuals, and proposal exhibits
Provide training, direction, and guidance to proposal teams on all aspects of sole-source proposal development, based on the interpretation and application of DFAR requirements, BAE Systems policy, and the Lifecycle Management framework
Conduct daily status meetings and track action items to closure
Provide support for the review of functional Basis of Estimates
Support Proposal Peer Review Process to ensure quality and completeness of proposal submission documents
Participate in Proposal Negotiations Preparation as assigned
Interface with Business Development, Capture Management, Pricing & Estimating, Engineering, Program Management, Program Finance, Manufacturing, Contracts, Security, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders for proposal related activities and to communicate proposal scope of work

Benefits

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance.
We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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