Maximus is seeking a Manager, Pricing. The successful candidate must have Federal Pricing experience and will be responsible for delivering and overseeing pricing aspects of Federal proposal submissions in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs). The position reports to the Senior Director of Federal Pricing and collaborates closely with the Proposal Response Team. This is a remote position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform cost analysis and estimates for complex proposals, adhering to company policies, FAR, CAS, and solicitation requirements.
- Collaborate with capture/proposal teams on pricing strategy, risk identification, and interpreting solicitation requirements.
- Interface with auditors regarding cost proposals, providing direct and indirect costs support.
- Participate in contract award negotiations.
- Stay informed about the competitive environment.
- Participate in special projects as required.
- Read RFPs, prepare clarifying questions related to pricing.
- Validate pricing inputs from various divisions and compile consolidated pricing.
- Identify financial risks, perform what-if analyses, and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Work with the Price-To-Win team to develop realistic, compliant, and winning prices.
- Lead pricing strategy discussions and demonstrate thought leadership.
- Finalize accounting treatments for revenue and costs, estimating free cash flow, operating income, and NPV.
- Present key pricing highlights, risks, and mitigation strategies to executive leadership.
- Assemble inputs for Federal Price/Business Volume documentation.
- Potentially manage and supervise staff, including mentoring and professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- 5-7 years of relevant professional experience, including Federal Pricing experience in developing complex proposals.
- Advanced knowledge of cost estimating principles, methods, and practices.
- Knowledge of federal procurement regulations and standards.
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Ability to conduct detailed analysis and present findings to executive management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and handle multiple tasks independently or in teams.
Additional Information:
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation ranges from $100,000 to $140,000 annually, based on experience, education, and other factors. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.