Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Bid and Proposal Manager to join us on a short-term contract to support bid activity and enablement initiatives during a critical period. This role will focus on managing bids that land between now and early December, while also partnering with our Content and Governance Manager to create scalable, self-serve resources for Sales. Additionally, the contractor will help review, refine, and rebrand existing bid management documentation and processes, and contribute to internal thought leadership around public sector bid management.
Key Responsibilities
• Own and manage bid responses from initial intake through to submission, ensuring alignment with timelines and quality standards.
• Coordinate inputs from Sales, Legal, Product, and other stakeholders to develop compelling and compliant proposals.
• Support the development of reusable bid content and templates to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Collaborate with the Content and Governance Manager to create self-serve guidance and tools for Sales teams.
• Review, refine, and rebrand existing bid management documentation and processes to ensure clarity, usability, and alignment with current business needs.
• Write step-by-step engagement guides for Sales, outlining tools, processes, and best practices for bid involvement—formatted for upload into Highspot.
• Contribute to internal thought leadership around public sector bid management, including the delivery of a few educational sessions for Sales and Enablement teams.
• Track and report on bid progress, risks, and outcomes, contributing to post-bid reviews and continuous improvement.
• Maintain bid documentation and ensure adherence to internal governance and approval processes.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure clarity, alignment, and timely delivery.
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Required Skills & Experience
Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in bid management, proposal coordination, or sales operations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with bid management tools (e.g., Loopio, Responsive) is a plus.
• Familiarity with B2B or Financial Services environments preferred.
• Experience with public sector bidding and procurement processes is a strong advantage.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.