Pricing and Proposals Manager

WEP Clinical; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability and life insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

WEP Clinical in Morrisville, NC, invites an experienced Pricing and Proposals Manager to join our dynamic team. You will lead pricing strategy, respond to RFIs/RFPs, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver client-focused proposals from concept to contract.

This role supports forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning within a deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in proposal development and pricing, CRO/pharma experience, and proven negotiation skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Science, Business, Pharmaceutical, or Finance fields.
• 5–10 years of experience in proposal development, pricing strategies, and business development support.
• Previous experience in a Contract Research Organization (CRO) or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of contracts and experience in compliance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute pricing strategies for WEP service lines, including responses to RFPs and RFIs.
• Draft high-quality, client‑focused proposals, quotes, and RFI documents in collaboration with Business Development.
• Use internal pricing tools and market analysis to build program budgets and pricing models, and conduct P&L analyses to evaluate project budgets, profitability, and pricing adjustments.
• Coordinate with operational teams to gather assumptions and inputs for proposal budgets and timelines.
• Ensure accurate data entry in the ERP system to support contract billing, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Review and validate input from SMEs to ensure pricing strategies align with operational feasibility and delivery expectations.
• Facilitate internal alignment on pricing strategies, payment terms, and contract structures, and identify, communicate, and mitigate potential budget risks.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of pricing and proposal submissions.
• Negotiate directly with clients, clearly articulating the value proposition and contractual terms, and serve as a contact for customer and vendor inquiries related to pricing and contracts.
• Review contract terms, monitor amendments, and ensure ongoing compliance with agreed‑upon conditions.
• Support marketing initiatives by developing content that reinforces the value proposition, and prepare win/loss analyses while managing the content library and master RFP/vendor question database.
• Potentially oversee and mentor team members as the business grows, contributing to team development, workload management, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Pricing strategy

Proposal development

RFP/RFI responses

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Business, Pharmaceutical, or Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling new position? Join our dynamic team at WEP Clinical, where your contributions will play a key role in driving impactful solutions and improving outcomes for clients and patients. We encourage innovation and collaboration, challenging our team to bring forward ideas that make a real difference. Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing clinical research and transforming lives.

Role Objectives

The WEP Clinical Pricing and Proposals Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting sales operations for WEP service lines from the initial deal stage through handoff to Project Management. The Manager of Pricing and Proposals will act as the primary internal point of contact, coordinating responses to RFIs and RFPs for WEP service lines. This role serves as the subject matter expert on pricing strategy and proposal content, collaborating closely with sales directors and relevant department members to organize and deliver high-quality, client-focused proposals. Additionally, the Manager will partner with department leadership to support commercial forecasting, budgeting, and long‑term strategic planning.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Team Player
• Communicative
• A Problem Solver
• Strong Leader

What You\'ll Do

• Develop and execute pricing strategies for WEP service lines, including responses to RFPs and RFIs.
• Draft high-quality, client‑focused proposals, quotes, and RFI documents in collaboration with Business Development.
• Use internal pricing tools and market analysis to build program budgets and pricing models, and conduct P&L analyses to evaluate project budgets, profitability, and pricing adjustments.
• Coordinate with operational teams to gather assumptions and inputs for proposal budgets and timelines.
• Ensure accurate data entry in the ERP system to support contract billing, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Review and validate input from SMEs to ensure pricing strategies align with operational feasibility and delivery expectations.
• Facilitate internal alignment on pricing strategies, payment terms, and contract structures, and identify, communicate, and mitigate potential budget risks.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of pricing and proposal submissions.
• Negotiate directly with clients, clearly articulating the value proposition and contractual terms, and serve as a contact for customer and vendor inquiries related to pricing and contracts.
• Review contract terms, monitor amendments, and ensure ongoing compliance with agreed‑upon conditions.
• Support marketing initiatives by developing content that reinforces the value proposition, and prepare win/loss analyses while managing the content library and master RFP/vendor question database.
• Potentially oversee and mentor team members as the business grows, contributing to team development, workload management, and process improvement initiatives.

What You\'ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Science, Business, Pharmaceutical, or Finance fields
• 5–10 years of experience in proposal development, pricing strategies, and business development support
• Previous experience in a Contract Research Organization (CRO) or the pharmaceutical industry
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Strong knowledge of contracts and experience in compliance monitoring

Location eligibility applies. Candidates must reside in a U.S. state where the company is authorized to hire. This role is not eligible for residents of: California, Colorado, New York, Washington, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Illinois, Hawaii, and District of Columbia.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA, HSA
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Group short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• 401K safe harbor plan and company match
• Paid vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time
• Paid maternity & paternity leave

What Sets Us Apart

WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most. Through end‑to‑end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit‑for‑purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time. With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalized service of a specialized provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments.

We’re Committed to Our Team

WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth and development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page to learn more about our team events and all we do to support our employees.

How We Work at WEP Clinical

At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgment, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives - and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment.

Our Services Include

• Access Programs
• Clinical Trial Services
• Patient Site Solutions
• Clinical Trial Supply
• Market Access and Commercialization

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