Effectively manage against deadlines by owning overall progress and completion of the RFP, clearly communicating deadlines to key stakeholders, and escalating any barriers which put timely RFP completion at-risk. Work closely with Cross Functional Leads and SMEs to collect necessary information, such as project details, client requirements, and technical specifications, and assist in presentations to clients.
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Location
Dallas, TX
Description
Our client, a Research, Care and Health Financing company, is looking for a Proposal Manager (Marketing & Communications) for their Dallas, TX location.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the entire proposal development process, from initial concept to final submission.
Tailor proposals to meet specific client requirements and highlight Client capabilities and unique selling points.
Draft, edit, and format proposals, ensuring clarity, consistency, and professionalism.
Maintain an organized repository of all proposals, RFPs and RFIs, including templates, past proposals, and supporting documents.
Ensure all documents are up-to-date, properly versioned, and easily accessible for future reference.
Work closely with Cross Functional Leads and SMEs to collect necessary information, such as project details, client requirements, and technical specifications, and assist in presentations to clients
Effectively manage against deadlines by owning overall progress and completion of the RFP, clearly communicating deadlines to key stakeholders, and escalating any barriers which put timely RFP completion at-risk.
Coordinate with the Marketing team to incorporate visual elements and ensure proposals are aesthetically pleasing and error-free.
Review and edit proposals for grammar, accuracy, and compliance with client specifications.
Ensure all proposals comply with client requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and client needs.
Use research findings to enhance the relevance and impact of proposal content, ensuring it addresses client pain points and industry challenges.
Collect and incorporate feedback from past proposals and client debriefs to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of proposal content.
Track and analyze the success rate of proposals to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
Develop and manage timelines for proposal development, ensuring all deadlines are met.
Assign tasks to team members and monitor progress to ensure timely completion of all proposal components.
Liaise with clients to clarify proposal requirements and address any questions or concerns they may have.
Requirements:
5 years of healthcare industry RFP experience, preferably with medical devices, and/or 5 years of B2B content writing experience
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling, and persuasive proposals.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in all documents.
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including Cross Functional Leads and SMEs
Strong research skills to gather relevant information and insights from various sources.
Ability to adapt and respond to feedback, continuously improving proposal content.
Familiarity with marketing and advertising industry trends, practices, and terminology.
Proficiency in Google Suite (Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and proposal management