Senior Proposal Manager

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•St. Louis, MO

16h

About The Position

Seasoned professional in the business development job family; full competence in functional area. Manages program and project implementation and makes significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts. Knows when to escalate problems/questions to a higher level. Works with internal and external customers. Supports organization's processes for developing high quality proposals. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required.

Requirements

Ability to understand an internal or external customer’s needs and translate them into meaningful solutions; leans forward with recommendations/solutions.
Coordinate the work of multiple professionals/ analysts to achieve a cohesive final product/service/solution/deliverable.
Successfully oversee the development of analytical and business studies and complex analysis, resulting in final reports, recommendations and presentations that explain complex thoughts, results, and analysis.
Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends solutions / best practices; continually seeks updated knowledge on issues impacting current programs/projects/processes.
Guides others in resolving complex issues in specialized area based on existing solutions and procedures.
Exhibits functional and operational proficiency in solving highly complex problems in specialty area (Security, Finance, Acct, Contracts, HR, BD etc.)
Apply lessons learned and skills to solve problems significantly different than those previously encountered.
Demonstrate ability to take a complex problem, break it into manageable pieces, prioritize the order that they should be addressed, and assign them to others based on their strengths and abilities.
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Brings forth creative and innovation ideas and solutions.
Organizational skills, Planning, Oral and written communication, Leadership skills.
Routinely interface with other senior-level leaders and teammates; always demonstrating outstanding poise and strong cross-functional teamwork.
Clearly explain results, processes, and methodologies in both formal and informal settings. Is accommodating to both positive and negative customer feedback.
Demonstrate ability to mentor members of the proposal team and position them to succeed.
Demonstrates strong cross-functional teamwork, collaboration and communication.
Actively participates in professional growth opportunities as well as corporate or local sponsored events, MWR, opportunities etc.
Actively seeks perspectives from others to ensure inclusiveness and understanding.
Managing and producing proposals on classified systems and networks
Using AI tools for proposal management and writing in accordance with corporate guidelines
Bachelor’s Degree & 6-12 Years of Experience Or Master’s Degree & 5-8 Years of Experience
Frequent sitting for long periods using computer keyboard, zoom conferencing, Microsoft teams, telephone etc.
Regular standing and walking to file documents, make copies, meet with leaders / employees in other parts of the building etc.
Keyboarding - Entering text or data into a computer or other machine by means of a traditional keyboard. Traditional Keyboard refers to a panel of keys used as the primary input device on a computer, typographic machine or 10-Key numeric keypad.
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
Some work (less than 5%) may require moving and lifting of heavy objects.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
TS, with SCI eligibility desired

Responsibilities

Works with the capture and operations departments to solicit, review, and write responses to RFPs.
Identifies innovative ways to improve efficiency of proposal process.
Contributes to department strategy; works independently with input in complex situations.
Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve services or processes.
Provides leadership to ensure proposals are completed in accordance with the customer (internal or external) requirements and coordinates the activities of other professionals/analysts assigned to support the project/program/initiative.
Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience including formal and informal mentoring.
Accountable for the quality and timely delivery of all agreed-upon deliverables. Ensure that task related products are consistent in format and content with overall required deliverables.
Routinely engage with the internal partners and customers to coordinate activities.
Often leads and coordinates the work of project teams (within the respective department and cross-functionally outside of the respective department)
Demonstrate ability to serve as the project/program lead for a moderate-sized opportunity/project/program/initiative.
Identifies and communicates opportunities to develop current and prospective business areas and offerings.
Shares knowledge and supports peers, staff, and others to increase skills, foster improvement and enhance outcomes.
Performs work under minimal supervision.
Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.
May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.