Proposal Manager

 Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Proposal Manager located in Tallahassee, FL.

Job Overview:

ASD is currently seeking a Proposal Manager to manage all phases of the proposal development process in response to U.S. government and commercial Requests For Proposals (RFP). The Proposal Manager will assist in the identification of proposal opportunities and manage all aspects of proposal preparation which includes coordinating information from technical, management and financial departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Read, review, and analyze RFPs to develop and produce a high-level summary and provide a snapshot of each business opportunity
• Assist with developing a comprehensive proposal management plan that at a minimum includes win strategies, customer requirement analysis, competitor assessments, themes/discriminators, risk issues, price-to-win analysis and resource requirements
• Lead proposal development meetings (Kick-off, Daily Stand-ups), assign proposal responsibilities and milestones to include the storyboard and writing plans, produce a proposal calendar, conduct research, and gather information from multiple sources as needed
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and other writers to refine proposal sections to ensure accuracy, consistency and reflection of win strategies
• Review and edit materials for compliance, messaging, completeness, and correct grammar and formatting
• Manage proposal reviews (Blue, Green, Pink, Red) and the Executive Gold Review
• Perform proposal lessons learned and win/loss reviews upon proposal completion
• Remain fully informed at all times of solicitation requirements, including subsequent amendments, and ensure compliance with all proposal requirements
• Contribute to business development efforts for new sales and marketing to promote the business, including responses to requests for quotes, sources sought, and/or presentations as requested
• Work effectively with staff with various levels of knowledge and experience

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years business experience
• 5+ years’ experience in federal government proposal writing/management
• Must have significant experience preparing complex proposals and qualification packages across federal government agencies.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills along with excellent problem-solving skills which includes the ability to actively consider a variety of possible solutions and consistently select a solution that has the highest probability of success
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite such as Outlook, Access, Excel, Word and MS Project
• Experience using Salesforce, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Access, and Project software packages
• Ability to work with executive leadership throughout the proposal process

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Knowledge of government contract laws and regulations
• A track record of successfully managing multiple Federal proposals concurrently
• The successful candidate must be able to pass background screening prior to employment.

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration or related field

Advanced Systems Design, Inc. is:

• A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.
• A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.
• A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 42-year track record of providing successful innovative solutions for our government customers.
• A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. 
• Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to:
  • the pre-employment testing protocol:
    • background investigation
    • drug screening

Our Employees:

• Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States
• Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
  • Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Professional Certification Incentive Plan
  • Employee Referral Plan
  • Technology Exposure

For additional information regarding Advanced Systems Design, please check out our WEBSITE  or click HERE for all current job openings.

Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.