[Hiring] Proposal Manager @Valiant Integrated Services

Role Description

VGS is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to develop compliant, detailed, and compelling proposals in accordance with government Request for Proposals (RFPs), industry best practices, and corporate quality standards. The individual will be extremely comfortable working as the go-to person in leading and administering the entire proposal process. A desired background includes proven success executing the conventional duties of proposal management as well as operating at a highly strategic level with senior business development leadership. Strong research, evaluation/analysis, writing, and attention to detail are critical to this role.

• Manages large, complex, and/or task order proposal efforts in response to federal and DoD RFPs.
• Develops the proposal outline, compliance matrix, content plan, and schedule to deliver a compliant and winning proposal on-time.
• Oversees design of clear, concise, and visually appealing graphics, flow charts, and illustrations.
• Provides direction to leadership and cross-functional teams assigned to work proposal efforts.
• Leads proposal meetings and reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepares clear and concise briefing materials for senior management.
• Manages and tracks simultaneous proposals, including solicitation amendments.
• Partners with the Capture Manager to expand proposal outlines and create storyboards.
• Writes and develops proposal content, if required.
• Coordinates and manages color team reviews.
• Develops color team recovery plan and deconflicts color team reviewer feedback.
• Ensures that the production and quality control of final submission documents are compliant.
• Serves as volume lead, proposal writer, color team or peer reviewer, or other proposal roles as required.
• Coaches proposal managers in proposal processes, procedures, and standards.
• Trains and coaches proposal coordinators in proposal processes, procedures, and standards.
• Performs as Proposal Director’s temporary backup, when applicable.
• Provides backup leadership support to other proposal managers and their proposal efforts.
• Conducts formal training sessions through brown bag lunches or webinars.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, Active Secret preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree, Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience managing proposals in response to government RFPs.
• Knowledgeable of regulations governing Federal and DoD procurements and contract vehicles.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Strong leadership to drive people and process.
• Out of the box thinking with a vision for new and creative ways to respond to requirements.
• Ability to make tough decisions and present solutions/alternatives.
• Ability to multitask and work against strict deadlines.
• Strong ability to maintain focus on the win strategy throughout the proposal.
• Flexibility in the face of rapidly changing circumstances.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Ability to organize/prioritize/coordinate efforts to achieve results.
• Strong process orientation and commitment to continual process refinement and self-improvement.
• Ability to operate under little supervision.
• Excellent writing and editing skills and ability to analyze, synthesize, and condense text.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Progressive experience in various areas of proposal development and management.
• Understanding of the Shipley or other industry-recognized proposal management process and best practices.

Physical Requirements

• Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, ascending, and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees.