Proposal Manager

February 12

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OutSta is a strategic staffing company that offers cost-effective remote workforce solutions for businesses, particularly focusing on providing virtual assistants and various specialist roles. With a mission to align talents with businesses' needs, OutSta specializes in recruiting high-quality candidates from Asia and Latin America, significantly reducing staffing costs for Western businesses. The company serves as an HR partner, fostering enduring, mutually beneficial relationships between professionals and companies by matching candidates' skills and cultural fit with client needs. OutSta is committed to enhancing client growth through strategic prowess, data science, and advanced recruitment technology, ensuring a seamless fit and integration for all hires.

remote staff • virtual assistants • online specialists

51 - 200 employees

👥 HR Tech

🎯 Recruitment

🏢 Enterprise

📋 Description

• Our client is a leading provider of ERP solutions designed specifically for local governments across the US and Canada. • The Proposal Manager for Government Software RFP will play a critical role in managing the end-to-end proposal development process in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from government agencies. • Lead the development and submission of RFP responses, ensuring that all deadlines are met, content is aligned with client requirements, and the final submission is of the highest quality. • Produce and edit clear, concise, and persuasive technical, executive, and cost proposal content, ensuring compliance with RFP guidelines and requirements. • Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) across departments (technical, sales, finance, etc.) to gather input, ensure proposal accuracy, and hold team members accountable to timelines. • Analyze RFP documents to develop proposal strategies that highlight unique value proposition, and address client pain points and objectives. • Ensure that proposals are tailored to meet the specific needs of government agencies. • Ensure that all RFP responses meet all submission requirements, including formatting, documentation, and compliance. • Conduct final quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of proposals before submission. • Track and document lessons learned from past proposals, implementing improvements and best practices to streamline future processes and increase win rates. • Coordinate with the sales and contract teams to handle post-submission clarifications, interviews, or presentations as needed.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Engineering, or related field. • 3+ years of experience in proposal management, specifically for government software or IT-related proposals (ERP experience a plus). • Demonstrated experience in managing RFP responses for government contracts, including knowledge of public sector procurement processes. • Strong technical writing skills with the ability to translate complex software solutions into clear, persuasive proposals. • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. • ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously while meeting deadlines. • Strong analytical skills to assess RFPs, identify key requirements, and develop tailored responses. • Proven ability to work cross-functionally with technical teams, sales, and senior leadership to gather information and ensure deadlines are met. • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to coordinate resources, prioritize tasks, and drive results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Knowledge of government procurement processes, especially at the local government level in the US and Canada. • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), proposal management software, and document collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive). • Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external clients. • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.