Proposal Associate II

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

📋 Description

• Develop quotes for protocols, bid requests, study modifications, and additions utilizing company pricing tools.

• Conduct budget-to-actual reconciliations at specified intervals during awarded studies.

• Provide assistance with recommendations for preferred proposals based on financial and operational criteria.

• Collaborate with Business Development Directors to ensure clinical study quotes meet client requirements.

• Coordinate and streamline the quotation process with staff and partner laboratories.

• Aid in tracking proposals.

• Update Salesforce and maintain precise departmental records.

• Handle low- to medium-complexity opportunities as needed by the business unit or team.

• Shadow or support senior colleagues on medium- to high-complexity opportunities as necessary.

• Engage in Business Operations departmental initiatives.

• Assist with generating departmental reports.

• Provide backup support for other departmental functions.

• Carry out additional related tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a science, business, or marketing-related field.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a pharmaceutical, clinical research, or healthcare setting.

• Experience in a proposals role or a closely related position is preferred.

• Proficient in performing calculations and managing budgets.

• Capacity to apply mathematical principles to clinical trial budget management.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Quick aptitude for learning new database software.

• Ability to read and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and clinical research protocols.

• Proficient in writing reports and business correspondence.

• Capable of presenting information and addressing questions from colleagues and clients.

• Skilled in solving practical problems with limited standardization.

• Competent in interpreting written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.

• Experience with Salesforce and SharePoint is preferred.

• Ability to engage in prolonged sitting and computer work.

• Effective communication skills via phone, video, and email.

• Minimal travel required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work arrangement.

• Minimal travel.

• Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.

• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.