Proposal Process Manager

Moog Inc; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus opportunities

Matching 401(k)

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible paid time off

Tuition assistance

Leadership development programs

Job summary

Moog Inc is looking for a Proposal Process Manager in East Aurora, New York. This role involves overseeing the entire proposal lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely submissions.

Qualified candidates will have at least five years of experience in proposal or program management, preferably with CRM tools. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of proposal/process management experience.
• Experience using CRM tools for tracking and forecasting.
• Strong internal and external communication skills.
• Ability to manage influence in fast-paced environments.
• Security clearance eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the proposal lifecycle from intake to submission.
• Coordinate cross-functional proposal execution teams.
• Create and manage proposal schedules and tasks.
• Track proposal status and maintain archives.
• Promote customer relationships to grow accounts.
• Maintain CRM with accurate proposal inputs.
• Build a proposal content library.
• Optimize processes with automation tools.
• Assist CRM maintenance activities.

Skills

Proposal process management

Program management

CRM tools

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Influence management

Space industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Proposal Process Manager

Reporting To

Director, Space Sector Advancement Programs

Work Schedule

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Responsibilities

• Manage the proposal lifecycle from intake and kickoff through writing, reviews, production, submission, and post-submission debriefs.
• Coordinate cross‑functional proposal execution team including Business Development, Engineering, Contracts, Program Management, Cost and Pricing, and Operations.
• Create and manage proposal response schedules, assign tasks, track milestones, and deliver proposals on time.
• Coordinate Legal, Contract, and Compliance reviews; track status and maintain proposal archives.
• Promote customer intimacy and relationships that help grow with our best customers.
• Provide timely and accurate inputs into CRM, ensuring overall accuracy.
• Maintain content and templates; build and curate a proposal content library, standard templates, boilerplate language, and past‑performance references.
• Optimize process and tools by implementing or managing proposal automation, content management, version control, and submission tools.
• Assist in overall Division CRM maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Engineering or Business.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in proposal process management or program management.
• Experience using CRM tools to track opportunities, proposal process, and bookings forecasting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for both internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage through influence without direct line reporting in a fast‑paced growth environment.
• Experience in the space industry is a plus.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.
• Ability to access U.S. export‑controlled information (ITAR).

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), participation in Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Professional Development: tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching, leadership development, and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by 12 core values; multiple employee resource groups welcoming all.

Compensation

Buffalo, NY: $90,000.00–$125,000.00 annually (base salary range; actual salaries vary based on location, experience, and performance). Additional rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, and region‑specific benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.