Proposal Writer - CDMO (Rockville, MD)

Charles River Laboratories, Research Models and Services, Germany GmbH; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Proposal Manager to enhance client interactions and manage proposals. This role involves meticulous coordination with sales and operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation. With a focus on gene therapy processes, the successful candidate will leverage their expertise to support cross-functional teams, maintain databases, and represent the company at trade shows. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact global health and well-being, while advancing your career in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a CDMO with understanding of gene therapy processes.
• Experience with technical documentation and proposals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate proposals and statements of work for clients.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams effectively.
• Maintain and update reports and databases.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Documentation

Sales Processes Knowledge

Proficiency in Word

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in SAP

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

For 75 years, Charles River employees have collaborated to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. Joining our team means contributing to global health and well-being. Regardless of your background in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or other areas, your skills are vital to our work. We are committed to helping you build a passionate, fulfilling career.

Job Summary

Coordinate with sales and operations to manage statements of work (SOWs) for clients, ensuring all data and documents are accurately stored in centralized databases. This client-facing role requires scientific expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serve as the primary contact for clients to gather information regarding proposals, pricing, etc.
2. Ensure all proposals comply with legal standards.
3. Collaborate efficiently with cross-functional teams as a Proposal Manager.
4. Coordinate communication among the global sales team, project management, scientific staff, and clients regarding proposals and SOWs.
5. Draft and review quotes, proposals, SOWs, RFI/RFP responses, liaising with Sales, Legal, Scheduling, and Partners to ensure technical accuracy, correct pricing, and timely delivery.
6. Follow up with clients and sales teams to ensure proposals meet needs and are complete.
7. Participate in multi-site bid processes to ensure seamless client presentations, supporting various business divisions.
8. Act as backup for sales team duties as needed.
9. Maintain and update reports and databases, including Salesforce.
10. Facilitate communication across departments during proposal processing.
11. Incorporate CRL DNA values into daily interactions and work.
12. Represent the company at trade shows to develop new business and showcase capabilities.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
2. Experience: At least 5 years in a CDMO, with understanding of gene therapy processes from development to GMP, including program flow, QC/QA, logistics.
3. Experience with technical documentation and proposals is preferred; line management experience is advantageous.
4. Skills: Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, and detail-oriented. Proficiency in Word, Excel, SAP, and databases. Knowledge of business and sales processes.

About Biologics Testing Solutions

With over 50 years of experience, our biologics testing services support clients in various stages of biologic development, from cell bank characterization to clinical studies and product release. We offer tailored solutions, including contamination testing, protein characterization, bioassays, viral clearance, and stability testing.

About Charles River

As a global CRO with over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in more than 20 countries, we provide discovery and safety assessment services to support drug development from target identification to clinical trials. Our mission is to improve lives through science, and we are committed to diversity and inclusion.