Proposal Manager

Rentschler Biopharma; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rentschler Biopharma, located in Milford, Massachusetts, is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead the generation of detailed technical proposals. You will collaborate with global departments to ensure project feasibility and alignment between teams.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Life Sciences and at least 3 years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office are required. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on improving service packages.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in proposal management or technical project management.
• Solid understanding of biopharmaceutical development and GMP manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in creating technical proposals and cost estimations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the generation of technical proposals in collaboration with global departments.
• Act as the interface between business development and technical teams.
• Engage with subject matter experts to assess client requests.

Skills

Proposal management

Technical project management

Strong analytical skills

Business acumen

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the generation of detailed technical proposals in close collaboration with Global departments including; process development, manufacturing, business development, project management and finance
• Act as the primary interface between the business development and technical teams to ensure interdepartmental alignment on project scopes, technical feasibility of proposed programs and competitive offers
• Proactively engage with subject matter experts to assess the technical feasibility of client requests and translate those requirements into robust and competitive solutions
• Participate in technical client calls, proposal review meetings, and scientific discussions, to support the positioning of Rentschler’s solutions
• Contribute to the evaluation of process feasibility and facility fit, working closely with internal experts to define optimal manufacturing strategies for clients
• Prepare and draft proposal content technical scope from pre-defined service packages, project timelines and service costs
• Calculate detailed cost bases as input for market-aligned pricing strategies, in collaboration with Business Development
• Maintain close and structured communication with all planning-relevant departments ensuring transparency and validity of key proposal assumptions
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and standardization of service packages and proposal processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in proposal management, technical project management, or a comparable role within the biopharmaceutical or CDMO industry (a PhD or equivalent technical experience is considered a strong asset)
• Solid understanding of biopharmaceutical development and GMP manufacturing processes
• Strong technical mindset with the ability to assess process feasibility, operational fit, and technical risks
• Good business acumen with a solid understanding of cost structures and pricing principles
• Strong analytical skills and high numerical proficiency
• Highly self-driven, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS Office focusing on timeline generation tools, and experience with CRM systems

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions: computer, phone, files, copier