PROPOSAL MANAGER

Company: Alutiiq
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: October 28, 2024

Job Description:

Taxable Entity

ALUTIIQ PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING LLC

Job Title

Proposal Manager

Location

AL Huntsville Corporate - Huntsville, AL 35806 US (Primary)

Category

Business Program Management and Administration

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$100,000 to $140,000

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required:
None

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Strategic Support Director, the Proposal Manager leads all aspects of proposal development and also serves as a contributor/content developer and primary editor to mold the document into One Voice and perform desk top publishing actions. The Proposal Manager develops a schedule, compliance matrix, outline, assigns and manages writing. The Proposal Manager establishes requirements for technical and subject matter experts (SME) and collaborates with the proposal team to develop the proposal response format and structure. With the support of Strategic Development Advisors, Knowledge Management staff, and Strategic Support Cost Proposal Managers, the Proposal Manager is responsible for the completion and overall quality of the entire final proposal response. Proposal responses and all associated proposal management and development artifacts are developed using processes in accordance with industry best-practices for proposal development. (For example, Shipley / Lohfeld practices). The Proposal Manager is responsible for collecting all data calls and writing assignments to develop and submit complete, compliant, and compelling proposals. Exercises full responsibility and authority for the proposal development process from pre-RFP strategy meetings with capture management team through award notification, and ensures the development, production, and delivery of persuasive, on-time, compliant, high-quality proposals. Provides mentorship/direction to other proposal contributors. Primary/Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Analyze RFP requirements; develops outlines and compliance matrices.
• Maintain the Opportunity record with proposal actions within Salesforce.
• Prepare and manage proposal schedules, reviews, and action registers.
• Format and develop proposal outlines and documents for each proposal volume.
• Participate in strategy discussions/decisions to determine strengths (win themes, hot buttons).
• Organize proposal meetings and participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes, including but not limited to facilitating brainstorming, solution design, and storyboarding sessions.
• Prepare and provide data calls to teaming partners related to capabilities statements, past performance, and technical responses.
• Interview experts to gather knowledge and information to support proposal writing and development.
• Develop, communicate, and track proposal milestones.
• Conduct formal proposal reviews in accordance with proposal best practices.
• Ensure the proper documentation and archiving of all proposal material using SharePoint and Salesforce.
• Translate technical data into meaningful customer value propositions.
• Proofread and edit material submitted by writers to ensure a quality document that reads as One Voice is being developed.
• Conduct reconciliation of comments received by reviewers to ensure that the proposal is compliant with the proposal requirements.
• Lead and conduct proposal editing, formatting, compliance checks, final proposal assembly and delivery.
• Coach and mentor writers in the development of timely, persuasive, compliant proposal writing assignments.
• Coordinate technical efforts with operational performance groups.
• Other duties as assigned.
  Accountable for:
  • Timely and cost-effective performance of duties.
  • Timely and accurate completion of all work.
  • Adherence to contract requirements and Strategic Operations Policies and Procedures.
  • Working closely and harmoniously with fellow workers.
    Adherence to all safety and health rules and regulations REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    
    Required Qualifications:
    • Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
    • Skills to independently schedule, and manage the proposal preparation process, including the ability to understand and analyze the details of an RFP.
    • Demonstrates strong proposal organizational and writing skills within a structured proposal development process.
    • Outstanding communication skills (written and oral).
    • Demonstrated organizational skills in conducting meetings.
    • Possess excellent writing skills
    • Excellent time and resource management skills.
    • A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite to include Microsoft Office 365, MS Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, and TEAMS.
    • Basic ability to create draft graphics using MS Office tools.
    • Experience in the development, authoring, editing, and production of government proposals.
    • Demonstrated experience with Federal Government's competitive proposal process.
    • Basic experience with Adobe program(s) such as Acrobat.
    • A demonstrated ability to develop and implement winning strategies.
    • Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to conduct research and generate original content.
    • Ability to be flexible and adaptable while maintaining and exhibiting excellent attention to detail.
    • Ability to work with people at all levels of the Company.
    • Flexibility to support fast pace or changing schedules with non-negotiable deadlines.
      Desired:
      • Basic knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and related federal regulations.
      • Expert level knowledge and experience in MS Word and Desktop publishing techniques.
      • Minimum 2 years of technical writing experience, ability to tailor boilerplate language to performance work statements.
      • Ability to conceptualize and develop graphics using PowerPoint, Visio, or Adobe Illustrator.
      • Ability to use MS Project.
        Required Education:
        • Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Business, Communication, Journalism, Creative Writing, or any field related to Training, Program Management, Logistics, Construction, or Engineering.
          Required Experience:
          • At least 3 years as a Proposal Manager, demonstrating a thorough understanding of Government contracting and proposal processes and procedures.
            Physical Demands: Normal Office Environment Note: Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. Benefits are an important part of Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC's Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and much more! * The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law. Afognak Native Corporation, Afognak Commercial Group, LLC, and their subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender expression or gender identity (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (protected status).
            
            The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.
            
            Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.

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