Senior Proposal Strategy Lead for Health Plan RFPs

Centene Corp.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K and stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off plus holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Centene Corporation is seeking a Pre-Proposal Manager to lead the non-technical portion of bid responses. You will coordinate strategy discussions, manage knowledge bases, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality pre-release artifacts.

In collaboration with APP or PDC leadership, you will develop strategy maps, capture plans, win themes, and risk logs while supporting continuous improvement of templates, dashboards, and guidance across the RFP lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience with health plans, managing RFPs/grants, or managing complex projects.
• Experience with Medicaid programming and Medicaid RFPs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage pre-proposal activities and documentation to prepare proposal responses.
• Coordinate strategy discussions and workgroups; develop program catalog, white papers, and FAQs.
• Track project status, manage risks, and ensure timely handoffs to the RFP team.
• Identify differentiators, gaps, risks, and opportunities for innovation during pre-release planning.
• Collaborate with health plans, Business Development, and other functions for pre-release activities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Communications/Public Administration/Healthcare Administration or related field

7+ years experience with health plans, managing RFPs/grants, or managing complex projects

Job description

Centene Corporation is seeking a Pre-Proposal Manager to lead the non-technical portion of bid responses. You will coordinate strategy discussions, manage knowledge bases, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality pre-release artifacts.

In collaboration with APP or PDC leadership, you will develop strategy maps, capture plans, win themes, and risk logs while supporting continuous improvement of templates, dashboards, and guidance across the RFP lifecycle.