Role Description The Director of Proposal Management leads the global WinCenter proposal function, driving excellence in the development of high-quality, competitive proposals for large-scale, complex opportunities across all Zones offerings. This leader sets the strategic direction for proposal operations, manages a high-performing global team, and partners closely with sales, solutioning, product, and executive stakeholders to increase win rates and accelerate growth. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in infrastructure services pursuits, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and elevates the proposal discipline through innovation, process rigor, and exceptional leadership. What you’ll do as Director of Proposal Management: - Strategic Leadership & Governance - Define and execute the global proposal management strategy aligned to organizational growth priorities. - Establish proposal governance frameworks, quality standards, and best practices based on Shipley methodology. - Serve as the executive escalation point for proposal issues, risks, and strategic decisions. - Partner with sales, solutioning, and executive leadership to shape win strategies early in the RFx lifecycle. - Team Leadership & Operational Excellence - Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of proposal managers, writers, and coordinators. - Oversee resource planning, workload distribution, and performance management across regions. - Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Implement training programs to strengthen proposal skills across the organization. - End-to-End Proposal Oversight - Oversee the full RFx response lifecycle, ensuring deliverables are compliant, compelling, and submitted on time. - Guide cross-functional teams through planning, kickoff, content development, reviews, design, and publishing. - Ensure proposal strategies, win themes, and value propositions are clearly articulated and aligned with client needs. - Review and approve major submissions, ensuring quality, accuracy, and executive alignment. - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Coordinate inputs from sales, solutioning, product teams, partners, finance, commercial, legal, and delivery. - Facilitate executive-level engagement and decision-making throughout the proposal process. - Strengthen collaboration with global teams to ensure consistency and efficiency across regions. - Content, Tools & Knowledge Management - Oversee the development and maintenance of proposal templates, content libraries, and reusable assets. - Ensure content is accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with RFx requirements. - Drive adoption of proposal technologies and content platforms to improve efficiency and quality. - Capture lessons learned and integrate them into future proposals and content repositories. - Continuous Improvement & Innovation - Identify and lead initiatives to enhance proposal quality, speed, and win probability. - Analyze win/loss data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. - Introduce innovative approaches to storytelling, design, and proposal presentation. Qualifications - 10+ years leading large, complex infrastructure services RFx responses for global technology systems integrators. - Demonstrated experience managing globally distributed teams. - Proven ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels. - Exceptional project management, organizational, and communication skills, including C-level engagement. - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. - Deep understanding of hardware, software, professional services, and managed services offerings. - Ability to thrive under tight deadlines in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. - Strong judgment, initiative, and problem-solving capabilities. - High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, compliant proposals. Preferred - APMP certification. - Experience with Shipley-based proposal processes. - Experience managing proposals ranging from rapid-turnaround responses to multi-hundred-million-dollar pursuits. - A positive, competitive mindset with a passion for winning. Benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. - Life insurance and disability insurance options. - Voluntary accident, hospitalization, and critical illness insurance options. - 401(k) plan with matching provision. - Paid time off and personal sick leave in compliance with individual state requirements.

Job DetailsJob Location: Knoxville, TN 37932Position Type: Priority AmbulanceJob Category: MarketingPosition Summary The Manager, Proposal Development is responsible for leading the development, writing, and coordination of high-quality proposals, responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), grant submissions, and other strategic documents that support business development and organizational growth. This role serves as the central coordinator for proposal development, working cross-functionally with operations, finance, clinical leadership, legal, and executive leadership to gather information and translate complex operational capabilities into clear, compelling written proposals. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, editor, and project manager with experience developing healthcare, public safety, or government proposals. Key Responsibilities Proposal Development Lead development of proposals, RFP responses, grant submissions, and business development documents. Coordinate input from internal subject matter experts including operations, finance, clinical leadership, and executive leadership. Draft, edit, and finalize proposal content ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with company capabilities. Format proposals and coordinate the integration of photos, graphics, charts, tables, and other visual elements to produce polished, submission-ready documents. Experience using proposal development, document collaboration, or proposal management software is preferred. Content Management Maintain proposal templates, boilerplate content, and proposal libraries for efficient document production. Ensure messaging consistency and alignment with organizational branding and positioning. Project Management Manage proposal timelines, submission deadlines, and coordination across multiple contributors, including Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), ensuring timely collection, review, and integration of technical, operational, and financial content into final proposal submissions. Track progress of proposal development and ensure all required components are completed. Quality Assurance Review documents for quality, accuracy, and compliance with submission requirements. Ensure proposals meet all formatting, compliance, and technical submission standards. Reports To: CAO Location: Remote (PAFOC service areas) QualificationsQualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Healthcare Administration, or related field 5+ years of experience in proposal writing, grant writing, or technical writing Demonstrated experience writing RFP responses or grant proposals Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills Strong project management and organizational skills Ability to coordinate input from multiple stakeholders and synthesize complex information Preferred Healthcare, EMS, public safety, or government contracting experience Grant writing or healthcare foundation proposal experience Experience working with executive leadership teams Core Competencies Exceptional written communication Strategic storytelling Project coordination Stakeholder collaboration Attention to detail Deadline management Travel Requirements This position is primarily remote; however, occasional travel may be required to support proposal development, leadership meetings, or strategic planning sessions. Travel expectations may include: Periodic travel to corporate offices or operational markets for meetings and collaboration with leadership and subject matter experts Attendance at planning sessions, project kickoffs, or proposal development meetings when necessary Limited travel for strategic initiatives or organizational events Estimated travel: Up to 10–15%, depending on project needs. Work Environment This position operates primarily in a remote office environment. The role requires frequent use of computers, video conferencing platforms, and collaboration tools to communicate with internal stakeholders across multiple locations. The position involves regular interaction with executive leadership, operational teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop proposal materials. The work environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, particularly when responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), grant opportunities, or other time-sensitive submissions. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and operating office equipment Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video conference, and written communication Ability to review detailed documents and written materials for extended periods Occasional travel may require the ability to lift and transport standard work materials such as a laptop or briefcase Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. #IND4

TDEC, a nationally recognized Business Processing Organization (BPO), seeks a Proposal Coordinator. TDEC is looking for someone who has exceptional research, writing, and organizational skills to assist and support the Proposal Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for seeking business development opportunities, writing responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP), completing administrative tasks such as: updating a Request for Proposal (RFP) tracking log, filling out an RFP summary sheet, and screen bid opportunities. An individual who is adaptable and able to work individually as well as take direction from team members will be best suited for this position. Possessing a can-do attitude, creativity, and effective time-management skills will lead to individual success and contribute to the Company’s values. Location: Remote (D.C. area preferred) Schedule: Monday–Friday, Full-Time Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 per year (commensurate with experience) Primary Responsibilities: - Evaluate RFPs to determine if Company will submit a proposal and present to business development team. - Distinguish and track new business development opportunities via Request for Proposal searches. - Professional correspondence, building relationships with customers. - Support the Proposal Director in conducting research and writing proposals and reports. - Update and maintain the proposal and business development calendar; - Assist with special projects and content development, including project interviews, presentations, and other billable client work; - Contribute to the TDEC's strategic growth initiative in alignment with quarterly and yearly objectives. Required Qualifications and Proficiencies: - Undergraduate degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field; - Minimum of one-two years of prior experience, consulting experience a plus. - Ability to plan, coordinate, and organize one’s own work schedules and projects. - Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced business environment, adhering to deadlines as well as last-minute tasks with narrow time restrictions. - Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail. - Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - This is a full-time, remote position (Located near the D.C area is a plus) - Occasional travel as needed. Benefits - UHC Health Insurance - Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Direct Deposit and Wisely Pay options - Generous 401(k) retirement plan - Vacation, personal, and birthday leave - Six paid holidays - LegalShield and Identity Theft Protection options Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled Location Bethesda, Maryland (Remote) Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Entry-level Compensation $55,000.00

Overview Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Grant Proposal Manager, Clinical Research supporting our National Center office that is located in Dallas, TX. This role can be home based. The Grant Proposal Manager will be responsible for developing compelling research and implementation science proposals, with a specific focus on the Pharma industry, on behalf of the American Heart Association Clinical Research Department. This position collaborates with principal investigators, biostatisticians and key thought leaders to design studies that leverage American Heart Association unique assets, including its extensive registry site network, scientific expertise and data science capabilities. This individual will lead the proposal and budget process for retrospective studies, prospective clinical trials and prospective implementation studies. The Grant Proposal Manager reports directly to the Sr. Director of Registry Research and provides overall support for scientific proposals, proposal templates, proposal decks and proposal budgets to advance the business of the Clinical Research Department. This position also supports the management of ongoing retrospective research projects leveraging registry data to ensure timely execution and publication. The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally. #TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs. Responsibilities - Draft proposals for retrospective studies, prospective clinical trials and implementation studies. - Create proposal budgets. - Work collaboratively with experts to high value proposals that answer critical research questions. - Work collaboratively with the QORA team, Corporate Relations, and Mission Advancement to gain consensus on final proposals for submission. - Support the Sr. Director in ongoing reporting for existing funded projects. - Provide structure and ongoing improvements for the proposal development process. - Works to steward externally funded research analysis to deliver analytics and publications on time and in alignment with sponsor deliverables. - Serve as the primary point of contact for standard funding opportunity proposals, providing regular information updates and promptly answering questions from a variety of stakeholders in support of revenue development for the American Heart Association. - Compile, write and/or regularly update boilerplate content and frequently used attachments for use in a variety of proposals, such as introductions, history, explanation of indirect costs, and other frequently-used narrative. - Adapts easily to shifting priorities and unexpected deadlines. - Performs other duties as requested and special projects at the request of the SVP, Clinical Research. Qualifications - Master’s Degree Required, PhD preferred - Five (5) years of relevant experience - Experience in clinical grant writing and clinical research - Experience in proposal writing, including serving as lead writer and managing the proposal development life cycle. Writing samples of personally-written proposals will be required. - Experience as a clinician or working in healthcare settings - Strong verbal and excellent business writing communications skills, including strong presentation skills - Superior attention to detail; outstanding organization and prioritization skills - Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project) - Flexibility in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, priorities, and unpredictable events - Ability to travel 10% of the time per year Preferred Experience: - Experience in the life science industry - Experienced in developing and writing successful grant proposals for industry and pharmaceutical partners, with a focus on aligning scientific objectives with strategic business priorities Compensation & Benefits The expected pay range will be $90,000 to $110,000 . Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of total rewards package Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details. - Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. - Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position. - Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. - Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. - Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. - Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are. At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities. In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities #LI-Remote