Proposal Manager - OEM Gas Turbine

Woodward; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Life & AD&D

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a Proposals Manager for its OEM Gas Turbines segment in Fort Collins, CO. You will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of proposals with sales, marketing, technical, and operations teams to win business while ensuring compliance and best practices.

The role oversees the proposal lifecycle from opportunity assessment to final submission, aligning templates and standards with company guidelines. A strong emphasis on timely, high-quality responses is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating proposals across cross-functional teams.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills.
• Ability to plan strategically and align with business objectives.
• Experience with compliance and industry standards.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates Proposals: Creates proposals by gathering and analyzing client requirements, ensuring alignment with company capabilities and business objectives.
• Coordinate Cross Functional Teams: Collaborates with sales, marketing, and technical departments to gather necessary information and ensure timely submission of proposals.
• Maintain Proposal Templates: Updates and manages proposal templates and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance with company guidelines and industry standards.
• Review and Edit Content: Analyzes and refines proposal content for clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness, ensuring that all deliverables meet quality standards.
• Provide Team Support: Offers informal guidance and assistance to junior team members, facilitating knowledge sharing and enhancing team performance.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Writing

Strategic Planning

Team Collaboration

Quality Assurance

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Compliance Management

Business Acumen

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Proposal Manager -OEM Gas Turbines

Woodward's Industrial product division is seeking a Proposals Manager who will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals that support business growth and client acquisition efforts. This role partners closely with sales, marketing, technical, and operational teams to gather requirements, develop winning proposal strategies, and ensure timely submission of client deliverables. The Proposals Manager oversees the proposal lifecycle from opportunity evaluation through final submission, while maintaining proposal standards, templates, and best practices.

Estimated annual base pay: $80,000-$105,000

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates Proposals: Creates proposals by gathering and analyzing client requirements, ensuring alignment with company capabilities and business objectives.
• Coordinate Cross Functional Teams: Collaborates with sales, marketing, and technical departments to gather necessary information and ensure timely submission of proposals.
• Maintain Proposal Templates: Updates and manages proposal templates and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance with company guidelines and industry standards.
• Review and Edit Content: Analyzes and refines proposal content for clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness, ensuring that all deliverables meet quality standards.
• Provide Team Support: Offers informal guidance and assistance to junior team members, facilitating knowledge sharing and enhancing team performance.

Key Skills:

• Project Management: Ability to oversee the proposal process from development to submission, ensuring timely delivery.
• Technical Writing: Expertise in editing to clear, concise, and persuasive proposal document "look and feel"
• Strategic Planning: Capability to align proposal strategies with business objectives and key drivers.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams and provide informal guidance.
• Quality Assurance: Detail oriented in reviewing and refining proposals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and high quality submissions.
• Communication: Skilled in conveying complex information in an understandable manner to stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Adept at resolving straightforward issues during the proposal process using experience and judgment.
• Time Management: Efficiently manages multiple tasks and deadlines within the proposal workflow.
• Compliance Management: Ensures proposals meet all specified guidelines, policies, and client requirements.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of business drivers to enhance proposal effectiveness and alignment with company goals.

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

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