Proposals Manager

Emerald Clinical; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Hybrid or remote working arrangements

Access to learning opportunities

Employee wellbeing programs

Global opportunities

Job summary

Emerald Clinical in North Carolina is seeking a Proposal Manager to create tailored service proposals in response to RFPs. This role involves collaborating with various teams, managing proposals from start to finish, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, proven experience in proposal management, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a tailored salary package, hybrid or remote working arrangements, and various wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CRO proposal management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and write strategic proposals.
• Ensure compliance with client requests and submission protocols.
• Lead proposal meetings and establish timelines.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Project management expertise

Persuasive writing and editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

Proposal management tools

Job description

About the Role

This position will play a key role in the business development process by creating service proposals for Emerald Clinical clients in response to requests for proposals (RFPs). The overall management of each RFP will be assigned to one member of the Proposals team. Responsibilities for development of the proposal will be shared depending on the complexity and geography of the project and the overall team workload. The team member assigned overall responsibility will maintain ownership for delivery of the proposal to the customer and for any rebids and changes in scope for that project.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and write strategic proposals, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company capabilities.
• Manage overall RFP process
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, sales, and other teams to gather necessary information and transform it into tailored proposal content.
• Ensure compliance with client requests and adherence to both internal and external submission protocols.
• Maintain proposal templates and databases, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
• Lead proposal meetings, establish proposal timelines, and manage the proposal development process from start to finish.
• Review and edit proposal content for clarity, grammar, style, and technical accuracy.
• Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and submission.
• Analyse proposal feedback and outcomes to continuously improve proposal strategies and processes.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in CRO proposal management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management tools.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Project management expertiseCollaboration and teamwork
• Persuasive writing and editing
• Attention to detail

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A tailored salary and benefits package to reflect your skills and experience.
• Flexibility: Enjoy hybrid or remote working arrangements, depending on your location and role.
• Career Growth: Access to a wealth of learning opportunities and a global network of scientific leaders to help you grow and develop in your role.
• Employee Wellbeing: Participate in programs and initiatives designed to promote work-life balance, health, and team connection, including global engagement surveys, recognition programs, and team-building events.
• Global Opportunities: Be part of a company with international reach, offering you exposure to diverse projects and clients.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.