Vice President - RFP Risk Assessment Manager - Payments

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•Columbus, OH

16h•$91,500 - $140,400

About The Position

As a RFP Risk Assessment Manager within the Commercial Bank (CB) Sales organization in the Commercial and Investment Banking business, you will be essential in managing the intake, screening, and review of CB RFPs managed by the CB Proposals team. Serving as the first point of contact for bankers and treasury management officers, you will assist them with responding to RFPs. Your role is crucial in fostering relationships with the sales organization and ensuring that proposal managers are well-prepared to develop client-focused, concise, compelling, and compliant proposals.

Requirements

Experience with sales, implementation, or support of TS or Commercial Card services
Technical, business, or proposal writing experience is crucial
Excellent business writing and grammar skills are essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Adobe Professional at an intermediate to advanced level is required
Proven ability as a self-starter, detail-oriented, well-organized and able to multi-task effectively
Demonstrate a high level of independence, energy and integrity, as well as respect for a diversity of opinions and styles
Accept accountability and responsibility
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team member in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Flexibility to work varying hours to meet deadlines during critical project phases
Ability to develop and maintain a broad knowledge of TS and Commercial Card products, as well as the technology, equipment, operations processes, and systems commonly used

Nice To Haves

Understanding of government bidding / corporate procurement requirements and process
In-depth knowledge of TS or commercial card products and services
Experience with controls and risk review, and/or legal documentation review

Responsibilities

Act as the primary liaison between the sales team and the CB Proposals team for RFP submissions, ensuring smooth communication and coordination
Review and evaluate RFP submissions to confirm they meet the necessary criteria for bidding, ensuring only qualified proposals are pursued
Secure approval to proceed with exceptions if an RFP does not meet the qualifications
Leverage standardized emails to ensure clear and consistent communication with both the sales team and proposal team members, minimizing misunderstandings
Manage resources to ensure that service level agreements (SLAs) and deadlines are met, maintaining efficiency and timeliness in the proposal process.
Analyze RFPs and clearly communicate: Any issues or exceptions related to RFPs to the relevant team members, ensuring transparency and preparedness
Analyze RFPs and clearly communicate: Identified non-standard elements to ensure the necessary approvals are obtained, maintaining compliance and alignment with contract terms and company policies
Research requirements; gather and analyze information and background materials; consult with subject matter experts to clarify details and revise or develop responses, as needed by conducting thorough research and consulting with experts to ensure accurate and comprehensive proposal responses.
Ensure proposals undergo necessary compliance reviews (legal, insurance, HR, etc.), adhering to risk, legal, and audit guidelines
Provide strategic advice to enhance proposal solutions and help position the company advantageously in the market