About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Delivery & Proposal Manager to lead the development and coordination of complex pre‑ and post‑award proposals within our Contract & Proposal Development function. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert (SME), partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure high-quality, competitive, and operationally sound proposal submissions across large and high‑value opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Proposal & Budget Management
Review and manage high‑complexity RFPs from initial request through work order completion.
Oversee day‑to‑day budget development activities for large, complex proposals.
Ensure proposals meet operational requirements and remain cost-competitive.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams and stakeholders involved in proposal development.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in requirements; ensure alignment across teams.
Participate in strategy, challenge, and sign‑off discussions to shape proposal & budget direction.
Quality & Process Excellence
Conduct quality control reviews of relevant proposal materials; contribute to peer reviews.
Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with internal proposal development processes and policies.
Leadership & Expertise
Act as an SME on relevant proposal processes, offering guidance and support to colleagues.
Build strong internal relationships and provide mentoring as needed.
Potentially act as Team Lead/Task Leader for selected projects.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, or related field.
Solid experience in proposals, contracting, or a similar operational function (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Strong understanding of the CRO industry and proposal lifecycle.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong analytical capabilities and ability to interpret RFPs and protocols.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain effective working relationships.
Advanced English skills (this job is part of a global area).
*CV must be submitted in English*
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