Proposal Excellence Manager

Prattwhitney; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Proposal Excellence Manager to lead and enhance proposal processes. This role focuses on collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with procurement standards, requiring robust management and analytical skills. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for personal growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or 5 years with an Advance Degree.
• Experience with DoD procurement compliance.
• Strong understanding of proposal processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal efforts and manage cross-functional teams.
• Ensure timely submission of proposals and compliance with defense requirements.
• Develop and report on key metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or similar

Job description

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Proposal Excellence Manager

Apply locations RAZ99: RTN Remote, Arizona RVA99: RTN Remote, Virginia RMA99: RTN Remote, Massachusetts RCA99: RTN Remote, California RTX99: RTN Remote, Texas time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 9, 2025 (9 days left to apply) job requisition id 01776626

Date Posted:

2025-06-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RAZ99: RTN Remote, Arizona

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Proposal Excellence Team – Proposal Excellence Manager

Raytheon has an opportunity within the Supply Chain Management Proposal Excellence Team for a highly driven Proposal Manager. This role will lead a team of proposal analysts, network with cross functional teams, and suppliers in pursuit of new opportunities and legacy business in a high paced environment.

What You Will Do:

Communicate and coordinate proposal efforts at all levels of leadership both with internal and external stakeholders.

Ensuring sole source and competitive proposal submittals are on time and in compliance with defense requirements.

Develop, analyze and report out and key metrics to direct team and leadership.

Develop and prioritize project pipeline to optimize and improve proposal processes including creation of tools and automated/integrated system solutions.

Continually evaluate and executeresourcing requirements based on forecasted proposal volume.

Develop and maintain command media detailing processes around quoting and compliant supplier proposals and how they support the overall Raytheon Prime Proposal submittal processes.

Develop and maintain Proposal Workflow and metrics

Develop operational goals and track performance to goals

Act as Liaison between Proposal Operations and Software team to develop long term Proposal workflow requirements/processes and overall implementation timelines

Manage team metrics and escalations

Develop templates and standards

Identify ways to improve metrics/ manage cross functionally to implement solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience.

Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR and import/export requirements.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access the financial management system due to government contractual requirements."

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience in understanding the requirements associated with procurement activities (RFPs (competitive and Sole Source), Quotes, Proposals, and cost and pricing data reviews).

Experience in management, leading a highly perform team.

Experience with supplier management.

Experience with supporting Program needs inclusive of prime proposal support.

Experience interfacing with internal customers and all levels of organization

Experience developing and delivering presentations(verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders

Knowledge of import / export regulations (ITAR/EAR)

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or similar

Will consider 8 additional years of professional experience In Lieu of a completed Degree (16 years total experience)

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.