Senior Proposal Manager/Writer
Senior Proposal Manager
i-Link Solutions Inc., (i-Link) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Proposal Manager to join our team in the Washington, DC area, supporting the Director of Strategic Growth. This individual will lead proposal teams in support of business development across all sectors. They will be responsible for articulating a compelling value proposition for proposal development. This is a unique multifaceted role working with business leaders across i-Link.
As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will:
- Manage team of proposal writers as well as maintain hands on proposal management of more complex proposals/RFI responses
- Lead proposal efforts of various complexity across all sectors to include Federal, State and Local agencies
- Lead the development of Proposal Management Plans
- Support the development of proposal strategies and win themes
- Analyze RFP/bid requirements to develop annotated proposal outlines
- Build the proposal compliance matrices and track fulfillment of all requirements
- Conduct proposal progress status meetings and develop and maintain proposal schedule
- Lead writing/editing/rewriting efforts
- Lead Color Team Reviews and track recovery
- Collaborate and coordinate with members of the BD department to track opportunities and provide market research
- Support the development of training materials, presentations, and white papers
- Provide writing and editing support to ensure we are using active voice
Required Skills
- Bachelor s degree in a related business subject area or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience
- 5+ years of experience as a proposal manager leading deals in a government contracting environment
- 3+ years of experience leading multi-level proposal matrix teams of varying complexity, leading internal and external teams
- Understanding of the procurement process for State/Local, Civilian and Defense agencies for compliant proposal production
- Teammate who is looking for long-term company growth to build their management skills and develop their business development savvy
- Excellent planning and scheduling, time management and organization skills with the ability to spearhead proposal efforts and work independently to meet fast paced timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including editing skills
- Experience conducting market research using GovWinIQ, eBuy, Sam.gov, FPDS, and others Internet-based applications
- Lead teams using Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and/or Shipley best practices
- Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, high growth, and entrepreneurial environment
- This is a hybrid position and requires the ability to be in the office two days each week
- Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications
Preferred Qualifications:
Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and/or Shipley certification
Disclaimer: i-Link Solutions Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We especially invite women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability.
Senior Proposal Manager
i-Link Solutions Inc., (i-Link) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Proposal Manager to join our team in the Washington, DC area, supporting the Director of Strategic Growth. This individual will lead proposal teams in support of business development across all sectors. They will be responsible for articulating a compelling value proposition for proposal development. This is a unique multifaceted role working with business leaders across i-Link.
As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will:
- Manage team of proposal writers as well as maintain hands on proposal management of more complex proposals/RFI responses
- Lead proposal efforts of various complexity across all sectors to include Federal, State and Local agencies
- Lead the development of Proposal Management Plans
- Support the development of proposal strategies and win themes
- Analyze RFP/bid requirements to develop annotated proposal outlines
- Build the proposal compliance matrices and track fulfillment of all requirements
- Conduct proposal progress status meetings and develop and maintain proposal schedule
- Lead writing/editing/rewriting efforts
- Lead Color Team Reviews and track recovery
- Collaborate and coordinate with members of the BD department to track opportunities and provide market research
- Support the development of training materials, presentations, and white papers
- Provide writing and editing support to ensure we are using active voice
Required Skills
- Bachelor s degree in a related business subject area or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience
- 5+ years of experience as a proposal manager leading deals in a government contracting environment
- 3+ years of experience leading multi-level proposal matrix teams of varying complexity, leading internal and external teams
- Understanding of the procurement process for State/Local, Civilian and Defense agencies for compliant proposal production
- Teammate who is looking for long-term company growth to build their management skills and develop their business development savvy
- Excellent planning and scheduling, time management and organization skills with the ability to spearhead proposal efforts and work independently to meet fast paced timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including editing skills
- Experience conducting market research using GovWinIQ, eBuy, Sam.gov, FPDS, and others Internet-based applications
- Lead teams using Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and/or Shipley best practices
- Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, high growth, and entrepreneurial environment
- This is a hybrid position and requires the ability to be in the office two days each week
- Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications
Preferred Qualifications:
Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and/or Shipley certification
Disclaimer: i-Link Solutions Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We especially invite women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability.