Proposal Manager

Job Overview & Responsibilities

The Proposal Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end proposal process for multiple proposal responses. The Proposal Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (sales, contracts, legal, and technical SMEs) to develop compelling proposals that meet client requirements and contribute to the growth of our business. This position requires a proactive, take charge, detail-oriented individual with exceptional project management skills and a clear understanding of proposal development best practices. This is a highly interactive role, working with a variety of stakeholders across the organization to coordinate activities and schedules to meet challenging deadlines.

 

Responsibilities and Essential Duties:

• Participate in strategic planning that includes evaluating marketing intelligence, identifying customer concerns and key issues, and developing win strategies.
• Facilitate pursuit decision discussions for sales teams.
• Ensure proposals and presentations are brand compliant.
• Deliver professionally produced proposals within customer defined compliance and timeframes.
• Coordinate, review, organize, and edit proposal input from various stakeholders to improve clarity: involves contributions from product and consulting sales teams, contracts/legal, partners, and finance.
• Manage proposal response schedule and engage in proposal knowledge management processes.
• Develop proposal compliance matrix and fulfill requirements through proposal development effort.
• Assist in writing the proposal narrative and leverage current proposal boilerplate content.
• Maintain re-use libraries and ensure accuracy of current information.
• Guide sales and consulting team members on the company’s proposal development process.
• Work in close cooperation with other areas of the organization.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Business, Communication, Journalism, or English) preferred.
• 3-4 years’ experience analyzing Public Sector RFPs, developing proposal support documents (matrices, schedules, templates, etc.), leading proposal kick-off meetings, facilitating review cycles and final document review, coordinating proposal governance/sign-off, and delivery of completed proposals.
• 1-2 years’ business experience, preferably in IT public sector industry.
• Expertise in using job-related software applications, including Salesforce, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office Suite with advanced skills in MS Word and intermediate experience with MS Excel.
• APMP membership/certification is preferred.

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships to collaborate across organizational and external stakeholders.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks and possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Confident with communication and influence at a senior level.
• Strong editing and writing skills for proposal content and development.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex environments, coordinate activities, and build schedules to accommodate geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong team player, self-motivated, friendly, and enthusiastic disposition.

Company Overview

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Mythics and Emergent is required to abide by the Drug-Free Workplace Act, which requires Mythics and Emergent to provide a drug-free workplace, among other obligations.  As part of this effort, Mythics and Emergent requires pre-employment drug tests for all candidates for employment.  Please note that marijuana (including medical marijuana) is designated as a controlled substance under federal law and will be screened for in the drug test.

Why work at Mythics?

Because at Mythics, YOU count! At Mythics, our Corporate Values are at the foundation of everything we do. Our values, Respect – Empathy – Excellence – Fun (REEF), have created an environment that fosters creative thinking, respects your contributions, and accepts nothing less than excellence in serving our customers.  At Mythics, you will experience a truly enjoyable corporate culture. But don’t just take our word for it! 

 

Enjoy Tailored Benefits to Suit Your Needs with our Flexible Options. Our benefit options include:  

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans 
• Premier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching and a 529 college saving plan
• Tax-advantaged Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account options
• Legal Resources

 Unlock Exclusive Benefits for Full-Time Employees: 

• Generous work/life balance opportunities supported by a PTO bank, paid holidays, leave programs and additional flex time off
• Employee referral program
• Employee recognition, gift and reward program 
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Remote or hybrid work options
• Engaging company events such as team building activities, annual awards and kick-off parties
• Health and wellness-focused activities
• Relaxation Spaces
• In-office gourmet coffee, tea, fresh fruit and healthy snacks
• Corporate GREEN approach – tracking energy consumption for reduction and purchasing only environmentally friendly products for our offices

Founded in 2000, Mythics is an award-winning Oracle systems integrator, consulting firm, managed services provider and elite Oracle platinum resale partner. Our business model is all about deep knowledge of Oracle technologies and business processes. We offer procurement and Oracle systems integration expertise across the full range of Oracle cloud, software, support, hardware, engineered systems, and appliances.  It’s a focus that gives us the critical business experience and the Oracle technology advantage you need to succeed.

Mythics, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or other factors protected by law. We offer equal opportunity in compensation, advancement opportunities, and all other terms and conditions of employment. As a federal government contractor, Mythics has developed and maintains a written Affirmative Action Program relating to individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, which sets forth the policies, practices and procedures to which the Company is committed in order to ensure that its policy of nondiscrimination and affirmative action for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans is followed. For those unable to complete an online application, alternative methods are available by contacting [email protected]. For more information about Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination, please read Know Your Rights.