Manager, Proposal Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Bulgaria.

📋 Description

• Lead and cultivate a team of Proposal Managers.

• Provide coaching, constructive feedback, and career advancement support.

• Oversee workload, capacity, and prioritization to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.

• Stay actively involved in the proposal and budget processes.

• Deliver strategic guidance, problem-solving assistance, and hands-on leadership for complex or high-priority RFIs and RFPs.

• Perform line management responsibilities for team members assigned.

• Carry out supervisory duties including work scheduling, performance evaluations, career development, and preparation of training plans.

• Identify and address issues related to client inquiry requirements and Fortrea capabilities.

• Organize and facilitate strategic and operational calls regarding opportunities.

• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of current and future technical and regulatory landscapes.

• Identify and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and quality of processes and deliverables.

• Provide training and mentorship to new and less experienced personnel.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience is required.

• Experience in a CRO/pharma environment with a supervisory role or demonstrated people management skills.

• Exceptional customer service abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to be persistent while remaining tactful.

• Proficient computer skills – specifically, advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Familiarity with proposal management software applications (e.g., Salesforce.com, Qvidian, Proposal Automation applications) is preferred.

• Proven text editing and writing capabilities in line with business unit and/or team expectations.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, multitask, and prioritize effectively.

• Strong teamwork, communication (both written and verbal), and organizational skills.

• Established ability to work independently.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Capacity to maintain confidentiality of employee data and information while interacting with staff at all levels.

• Positive attitude and a sense of urgency.

• Willingness to work irregular and/or extended hours as necessary to meet client deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Flexible working hours.

• Paid time off.