Director of Proposal Strategy & Business Development

SBM Management Services, LP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Management Services, LP is seeking a Director of Proposal Strategy & Business Development to drive end-to-end proposal strategy, RFP execution, and business development while supporting client operations and executive communications.

The role requires strong writing, critical thinking, and the ability to deliver high-quality materials under tight deadlines. Collaboration with sales, operations, and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in proposal management and RFP response.
• Strong business writing and ability to craft executive-ready materials.
• Comfort operating at strategic and executional levels with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of RFPs, RFIs, executive summaries, capabilities decks, and client presentations.
• Review RFP requirements and define response strategy and win themes.
• Own pre-RFP efforts including questionnaires and lead-generation materials.

Skills

Proposal management

RFP response

Business writing

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

SBM Management Services, LP is seeking a Director of Proposal Strategy & Business Development to drive end-to-end proposal strategy, RFP execution, and business development while supporting client operations and executive communications.

The role requires strong writing, critical thinking, and the ability to deliver high-quality materials under tight deadlines. Collaboration with sales, operations, and leadership is essential.