Proposal Manager

Elevance Health • Mendota Heights, MN

62d • Hybrid

About The Position

JR170971 Proposal Manager Responsible for leading the proposal process, manages cross-functional resources to complete proposals, ensures quality, completeness and oversight of technical writing, and assembles internal and external SMEs. Location: Hybrid 1: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law. How will you make an impact: Lead the Proposal Response Project: Oversee and manage the proposal process, ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines, requirements, and strategic objectives. Drive Strategic Coordination: Serve as the central point of contact for each pursuit, aligning cross-functional teams-including sales, product, clinical, legal, and operations-to create cohesive, client-focused responses. Manage Content Quality and Consistency: Ensure proposals reflect a unified voice, consistent messaging, and compelling narratives that clearly articulate Carelon's differentiators and value proposition. Champion Process Excellence: Maintain proposal standards, manage timelines, and ensure all submissions comply with internal review processes, legal/compliance guidelines, and brand requirements. Collaborate to Win: Partner with sales and business leaders to understand client needs, translate solutions into compelling content, and deliver materials that strengthen Carelon's competitive position. Continuously Improve: Identify opportunities to streamline proposal operations, enhance content libraries, and advance best practices in proposal management and design.

Requirements

• Requires a BA/BS degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of related experience including at least 5 years of experience in the health insurance industry; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in proposal management or business development within healthcare or related industries. Familiarity with healthcare terminology, trends, and market dynamics.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across disciplines.
• Experience writing to Medicare, Medicaid, and government bids.
• Travels to worksite and other locations, as necessary.
• Candidates from all states are welcome, but they must reside within commuting distance of a Pulse Point office location where we have an office to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Proposal Response Project: Oversee and manage the proposal process, ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines, requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Drive Strategic Coordination: Serve as the central point of contact for each pursuit, aligning cross-functional teams-including sales, product, clinical, legal, and operations-to create cohesive, client-focused responses.
• Manage Content Quality and Consistency: Ensure proposals reflect a unified voice, consistent messaging, and compelling narratives that clearly articulate Carelon's differentiators and value proposition.
• Champion Process Excellence: Maintain proposal standards, manage timelines, and ensure all submissions comply with internal review processes, legal/compliance guidelines, and brand requirements.
• Collaborate to Win: Partner with sales and business leaders to understand client needs, translate solutions into compelling content, and deliver materials that strengthen Carelon's competitive position.
• Continuously Improve: Identify opportunities to streamline proposal operations, enhance content libraries, and advance best practices in proposal management and design.

Benefits

• In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement)
• medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k) +match
• stock purchase plan
• life insurance
• wellness programs
• financial education resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees