Proposal Manager

Strategic Resources Inc • US, VA

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About The Position

The Proposal Manager leads and coordinates proposal efforts, working with business development, human resources, operations, department contributors, and partners. The role manages proposals of varying scope in response to requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for information (RFIs), and requests for quotes (RFQs), adapting to changing requirements and deadlines. The Proposal Manager develops proposal strategies, win themes, and technical approaches; assesses competitors and client priorities; and coordinates proposal planning, content development, reviews, and production.

The position requires at least seven years of proposal preparation, development, and analysis experience, including at least five years of supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred. The candidate must understand Federal Government procurement policies as they relate to RFPs, communicate effectively with personnel at all levels, use the MS Office Suite proficiently, and balance multiple projects while flexibly meeting deadlines.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of proposal preparation, development, and analysis experience.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Deep understanding of Federal Government procurement policies as they relate to RFPs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to interact with personnel at all levels.
• Strong, proficient knowledge of the MS Office Suite.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and be flexible with schedule to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with business development managers to coordinate and manage major proposal efforts, including identifying proposal team members, developing timelines and action plans, and managing proposal work.
• Plan proposals, write selected proposal or pre-proposal content, coordinate internal team and partner contributions, and assist with bid preparation and production.
• Conduct strategy sessions to develop win strategies and themes, assess competitors, identify client hot buttons, and participate in win/loss debriefings and lessons-learned development.
• Create compliance matrices and develop proposal plans, schedules, outlines, and templates.
• Help develop proposal strategy, competitive analysis, win themes, and technical approaches; identify needed personnel and select teaming partners.
• Oversee or support final technical and cost proposal production and guide proposal teams through unit-level and corporate bid reviews, protocols, and decisions.
• Facilitate communication and task management among Centers, the capture manager, Contracts Unit, Operations Unit, and other proposal participants.
• Analyze RFP and related requirements and coordinate selected proposals, including preparing outlines, tailored checklists, instructions, and templates.
• Edit and coordinate technical proposal sections, manage file traffic and turnaround times, and maintain liaison with technical staff.
• Review and edit partner submissions to ensure they meet requirements and quality expectations.
• Conduct substantive reviews of text and graphics, ensuring assigned sections comply with RFP requirements, include win strategies and themes, and follow standard format and style criteria.
• Track and report the status of proposal elements to the proposal team and the President/CEO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed