Cambridge International Systems, Inc. is hiring a
Proposal Manager, Remote - United States

Summary

The job is for a remote Proposal Manager at Cambridge International Systems. The role involves managing proposals, ensuring compliance, leading teams, and coordinating varied assignments. The required qualifications include proficiency in using various technologies, at least 5 years of experience in proposal development, ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance, expertise with MS Office suite, knowledge of CRM tools, and expert knowledge of US Federal Government acquisition and proposal process.

Requirements

• Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position
• Ability to coordinate varied assignments for experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments
• Ability to plan, conduct, and supervise assignments for multiple projects
• Ability to communicate well, organize work product and projects, and adapt to changes in schedule and scope
• Ability to write, edit, and review technical content
• Ability to maintain configuration management of all proposal artifacts
• Ability to perform research and present data in a compelling manner
• Expertise with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and Adobe Acrobat
• Bachelor's (or equivalent) with at least 5 years of experience in proposal development
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance
• Experienced with Shipley business development process
• Knowledge of CRM tools (VTiger)
• Expert knowledge of US Federal Government acquisition and proposal process

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities involved in the development and revision of proposals, ensuring a compliant and compelling response
• Write (and lead other writers) to achieve a compliant, persuasive, customer-focused proposal; interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and program staff, and create new content from the interviews and/or data calls
• Align data call responses and other contributor input within a proposal
• Lead Request for Proposal (RFP) and pre-RFP activities, develop compliance matrices, outlines, and schedules; organize resources, review RFPs, and ensure compliance
• Plan, strategize, and position proposals including development of win themes, best value propositions, discriminators, and graphics
• Lead proposal strategy development and maintain proposal artifacts
• Lead multi-discipline proposal teams and provide one-on-one guidance, as necessary
• Develop color review drafts, lead color reviews, and resolve reviewer input. Resolve all reviewer input by directly answering/writing to non-technical comments and seeking direction on technical/program topics
• Ensure consistent branding and style and create the bid convention style sheet for each opportunity
• Counsel and serve as main resource on all matters of a proposal nature
• Participate in the preparation and submittal of Requests for Information (RFI), Sources Sought, RFP, Interchange Notice (IN), Evaluation Notice (EN), and other proposals and strategic documents
• Adhere to proposal policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and functional performance standards to facilitate effective implementation within program objectives and requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• 401(k) matching and immediate vesting
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Performance-based bonuses
• Community involvement & outreach
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tickets at Work