Remote Business Development & Proposal Lead

GFT

Concord (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 165,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) savings plan
Competitive PTO
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Business Development & Proposal Manager to join our West Team serving California and nearby states. The role follows a remote work model and requires experience with transportation clients in California, with opportunities to lead cradle-to-grave BD support for regional or global lines.

You will manage proposals, guide capture planning, and develop win themes while coordinating with marketing and client teams.

Qualifications

  • Typically a 4-year degree in English, marketing, journalism, communications, or a related field is required.
  • Must have the requisite experience in California.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple large, long-term pursuits concurrently.
  • Oversee cradle-to-grave BD support through proposal development.
  • Manage proposal teams and allocate tasks.
  • Develop capture plans and drive opportunity research.
  • Coordinate with MARCOM and CRM for strategic plans.
  • Foster client and teaming relationships to expand opportunities.

Skills

Business development
Proposal management
Capture planning
Client management
Team leadership
Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

GFT is seeking a Business Development & Proposal Manager to join our West Team serving California and nearby states. The role follows a remote work model and requires experience with transportation clients in California, with opportunities to lead cradle-to-grave BD support for regional or global lines.

You will manage proposals, guide capture planning, and develop win themes while coordinating with marketing and client teams.

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