What are the responsibilities and job description for the RFP Manager position at TechnoSmarts, Inc.?
Contract to hire.
Client : Major national provider of IT infrastructure, software solutions, equipment, and products to the utilities industry employing over 1,500 employees.
Overview :
The RFP Manger is responsible for coordinating and preparing commercial offers in compliance with the client's requirements response specifications and company policy. The role will be responsible for the execution and production of proposals, RFP / RFI responses and participating as a member on the overall commercial operations team. That includes writing, document proofing, team scheduling and coordination, knowledge sharing and upkeep of data in their respective systems. The position will produce the assigned deliverables within the designated timeline, quality parameters, corporate approval procedures, commercial / bid strategy and client / RFP requirements. Will work closely with the assigned Commercial Leader, Product Management, Sales personnel, and other functional stakeholders to ensure all portions of the response meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards. The position may also lead or support process improvement initiatives or other organization efforts within the commercial operations team to ensure consistency and continuity throughout the organization.
Role :
- Structure, develop, write, and edit proposals and proposal responses sections, while building the response around the RFP / client requirements, in a creative, compelling, and compliant manner.
- Serve as the central point of contact for all project opportunity requests for RFI / RFQ / RFP / proposals / quotes.
- Conduct weekly operations review meetings and ensure documentation is logged in the system appropriately.
- Maintain data to track all developments of the opportunity activities.
- Manage and maintain proposal files, schedule meetings, develop and issue assignment and response schedules, following up with content providers, and monitor timelines / deadlines to ensure timely proposal completion and submittal.
- Write, copy and lay out proposal / quote document, ensuring that final product is properly edited, proofread and formatted.
- Prepare all proposal documents for production, binding, mailing and shipping to meet customer / RFP due dates
- Facilitate post-proposal.
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