Proposal Manager I

Proposal Manager I

As a Proposal Manager I within Fortrea's Enterprise Client Solutions team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the proposal process for opportunities, including RFIs and RFPs. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and enjoys collaborating across global teams and business units to deliver high-quality, client-focused proposals.

We're looking for individuals with experience managing end-to-end proposal developmentsomeone who can confidently coordinate timelines, engage internal stakeholders and external vendors, and contribute to strategic pricing and content creation. Familiarity with proposal tools, content libraries, and compliance requirements is a plus, as is the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

Strong proposal writing skills are essential. We need professionals who can craft compelling narratives that clearly articulate Fortrea's value proposition, align with client needs, and differentiate our solutions. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, capable of translating complex information into persuasive, client-ready content.

Hybrid role - Durham.

Summary of Responsibilities :

• Owns all aspects of the appropriate proposal process (text, quote, budget, and / or response to Requests for Information [RFIs]) for assigned opportunities (inclusive of managing opportunities under general supervision, establishing clear timelines, meeting client requirements, and suggesting solutions for obstacles).
• Responsible for managing opportunities of low to medium complexity.
• Support integrated opportunities (i.e., spanning across multiple Business Units).
• Reviews and analyzes RFI and / or Request for Proposal (RFP) documents to ensure adequate information for budget, proposal and / or response preparation is provided. Follows up with appropriate contact for additional information as required.
• Identifies and resolves issues around client enquiry requirements and Fortrea capabilities with support.
• Organizes and facilitates of strategic and operational calls related to the opportunity.
• Work across the organization in matrix environment across multiple time-zones and locations to lead the process and complete deliverables.
• Liaise with third party vendors / vendor managers for provision of quotations and / or information where required.
• Prepares high quality and accurate documents in accordance with agreed strategy and Sponsor requirements and expectations under the pressure of changing timelines.
• Supports facilitating internal and external opportunity management negotiations (i.e., pricing, process, resources, timelines, etc.) as needed.
• Ensures timely delivery of assigned deliverables.
• Is responsible for resolving issues / challenges and informing Manager; may seek Manager's advice for complex issues / challenges.
• Performs timely and accurate data entry into departmental and / or corporate databases / systems as appropriate.
• Support client-facing and senior management-facing activities surrounding assigned opportunities as needed, including supporting preparation, attendance, or leading applicable preparation and meetings.
• Maintains appropriate knowledge of the technical and regulatory environments.
• Identifies and participates in ways to improve the efficiency and quality of processes and the resulting deliverables.
• Contribute to assigned client relationship improvement activities and implementation.
• Performs quality control activities per the appropriate process / requirements.
• Support hosting sales-focused inbound client visits.
• Responsible for coordinating on-boarding activities for new starters, including working directly with the management staff to ensure proper on-boarding.
• Expected to contribute to content library by submitting new content or updates to existing content, using the official content submission process.
• Completes other appropriate duties, as assigned by the manager, which require similar skills in accordance with business needs and common sense.

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