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Proposals Manager

Vita Global Sciences, a Kelly Company, Austin, TX, United States


Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Proposals Manager for a long‑term engagement with one of our clients. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full‑time and offers full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Proposal Manager The Proposal Manager implements the proposal and contract processes, assigns tasks to be done and ensures the proposal is relevant and accurate. The role guarantees that all the company’s proposals are fully executed from start to finish, coordinating the proposal process, preparing the actual proposals, and presenting them to clients.

Essential Duties

Disperse information and oversee the production of all parts of the proposal

Visit the client to discuss their needs and any issues, ongoing processes, attend necessary meetings

Prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines

Edit and revise proposals according to feedback

Review products, services, and/or business ideas

Create strategies for convincing others to take appropriate action

Perform other duties as needed

Physical Demands

Work at a desk using a computer for prolonged periods

Regularly communicate via e‑mail, telephone, chat, webcam (remote sessions such as MS Teams or Zoom), and exchange accurate and timely information

Frequently sit/stand/walk, grasp lightly/fine manipulation of objects

Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds

Qualifications

Coordinate and edit proposal input from a variety of sources

Strong time‑management skills

Strong written English language skills

Ability to work with functional groups and different levels of employees throughout the client company to achieve business results effectively and professionally

Proactive and timely follow‑up skills: the ability to organize applicable department timelines and follow up with internal and external stakeholder needs as needed

Clear and concise written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively

Strong organizational skills: ability to accomplish multiple tasks within agreed‑upon timeframes through effective prioritization in a fast‑paced environment

Proven track record of building and maintaining solid relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Self‑motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks, respond to department requests, and collaborate with others to utilize resources and knowledge to identify quality solutions

Ability to create compelling presentations that meet clients’ pain points to gain new business

Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting pharmaceutical and medical device products

Proven experience executing full sales cycles (prospecting through closing and retention/upsell)

Self‑starter and able to work independently and collaborate across different teams to meet company goals and projects

Flexible in nature to accommodate new program growth and change

Demonstrated track record of increasing revenue through lead generation

General and clinical understanding of the Clinical Research/Pharmaceutical market

Education & Experience

3 years’ experience in a similar role

Ability to deliver compliant, professionally produced proposals within customer‑agreed timeframes

Able to communicate at a senior level

Experience in the healthcare/health research setting is a plus

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