Proposal Manager
Parry Labs
Who Are We?
At Parry Labs we believe the modern combat advantage relies on the speed and scale of open systems. We’re redefining the edge of the increasingly ever-changing battlespace by delivering game changing capabilities to our warfighters through digital engineering, software, and hardware solutions that are essential to our core of being a Digital Systems Integrator.
Born digital and agile, Parry Labs is building a winning team to be the premier provider for Next Generation Mission Systems Integration across air, land, sea, space and cyber.
Are you ready to be an instrumental part of experts in the industry? Join us in the innovation of integration at Parry and apply to help develop the technologies of tomorrow while reaching new heights in your career today.
About the Job
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Federal Proposal Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Federal Proposal Manager, you will play a critical role in leading the development of winning proposals for federal government contracts. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create compelling proposals that meet client requirements and showcase our capabilities. This role requires strong project management skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Proposal Leadership: Lead the end-to-end proposal development process for federal government contracts, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements and deadlines.
- Team Coordination: Collaborate with subject matter experts, technical teams, and other stakeholders to develop proposal outlines, win themes, and content that effectively address client needs.
- Proposal Strategy: Develop and execute strategic approaches for each proposal, including competitive analysis, pricing strategy, and risk management.
- Proposal Writing and Editing: Write, edit, and review proposal content to ensure clarity, coherence, compliance, and persuasiveness.
- Proposal Production: Oversee the production of high-quality proposal documents, ensuring formatting, graphics, and presentation meet industry standards and client expectations.
- Proposal Review Process: Coordinate and manage the proposal review process, incorporating feedback from internal and external reviewers to strengthen proposals.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensure proposals adhere to all solicitation requirements, company standards, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to proposal development.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, English, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in federal proposal management, ideally within a technical solutions company or the DoD.
- In-depth understanding of federal government procurement processes, including FAR and DFAR regulations.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals concurrently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management software (e.g., GovWin, Privia).
- Certification in proposal management (e.g., APMP) is a plus.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proven track record of successfully winning federal government contracts through effective proposal development.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a security clearance (if required by the position).
Why Join Parry Labs?
At Parry Labs, we foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and diversity. Employees are given the autonomy to leverage their skills in creating state-of-the-art tech solutions that aid in the protection of the American Warfighter. We encourage new and bold ideas that push the status quo. It is this entrepreneurial spirit that drives us.
Parry Labs will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives with benefits such as education assistance and unlimited paid time off, just to name a few.
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Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (256) 682-7145 to let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
Parry Labs is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.