Proposal Developer 1

IQVIA; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research organization is seeking a Proposal Developer to prepare budgets and proposals, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Business Management and has experience in proposal development. Strong communication, analytical, and collaboration skills are essential. This role contributes to enhancing patient outcomes and population health through effective proposal management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in proposal development or equivalent.
• Familiarity with the Contract Research Organization (CRO) industry.
• Ability to interpret Requests for Proposals (RFPs) accurately.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs and develop proposals and budgets.
• Collaborate with the team to finalize proposals.
• Conduct quality control reviews of proposal documents.

Skills

Proposal development

Collaboration

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, the Proposal Developer is responsible for preparing budgets and proposals for assigned customers in support of the global sales team. This role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate delivery of proposal documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Review Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and identify key information for proposal text and budget development.
• Collaborate with the proposal development team to prepare and finalize proposals, rebids, and related documentation.
• Support other Proposal Developers in delivering assigned opportunities.
• Draft and revise preliminary agreements, budgets, and scopes of work, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and policies related to proposal development.
• Participate in strategy calls to clarify customer requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct quality control reviews of proposal documents and assist in finalization and distribution.
• Maintain and update corporate databases and tracking reports with accurate information.
• Participate in customer meetings as required.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of direct experience in proposal development or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the CRO (Contract Research Organization) industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; understanding of costing models.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret RFPs and protocols accurately.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and customers.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com