Proposal Manager

Life Science Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Science Recruitment is seeking a Proposal Manager for a Dublin-based multinational with hybrid work (2 days WFH). The 6-month fixed-term contract could go permanent, within the Commercial Excellence team, driving high-value bids and RFPs through strategic coordination.

You will lead bid strategies, coordinate cross-functional inputs, and write and edit technical and commercial content to meet client requirements, while maintaining reference materials and templates for a polished narrative.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in sales proposals or bid management.
• Experience in business writing or professional editing.
• Excellent ability to manage timelines and deliverables.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to gather bid information.
• Develop comprehensive proposal plans with timelines and resource management.
• Write and edit technical and commercial proposal content.
• Maintain the RFP repository and templates.
• Articulate value propositions aligned with client needs.

Skills

Business writing

Editing

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

RFPio

Job description

We are seeking a Proposal Manager to join a prominent multinational services organisation in Dublin with hybrid working (2 days wfh). The role is being offered on a 6 month fixed term contract basis with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. This role is situated within the Commercial Excellence department and focuses on driving the success of high-value bids and RFPs through strategic coordination and high-calibre writing.

Role Overview

As a Proposal Manager, you will lead the development of bid strategies and manage the entire proposal lifecycle. You will act as a bridge between various internal departments, ensuring that all technical, financial, and commercial information is synthesised into a compelling narrative that meets client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for bid submissions.
• Develop comprehensive proposal plans, including timelines and resource management.
• Write and edit technical and commercial proposal content to ensure a consistent and professional tone.
• Maintain the organisation's RFP repository, ensuring all reference materials and templates are current.
• Identify and articulate value propositions that align with client needs.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in sales proposal or bid management.
• Strong background in business writing or professional editing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with RFPio or similar proposal management software is highly advantageous.
• Excellent relationship-building skills across all organisational levels.

Why Consider This Role?

This position offers the chance to work at the heart of a multinational's commercial operations. You will be tasked with high-level technical challenges and have the opportunity to refine your strategic bid management skills within a structured, professional environment. The role provides a clear view of the company's growth plans and places you in a team dedicated to commercial excellence.