Job Summary:
The Proposal Manager is responsible for managing projects during responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Applications (RFA), Requests for Information (RFI), grants, and other proposals.
Essential Functions:
Provides high-visibility project management in developing responses to Medicaid managed care RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs
Works closely with leadership to facilitate company’s proposal strategy and content
Ensures proposal development milestones are completed at every stage of the proposal life cycle
Assists in the continuous improvement of program/project management best practices
Collaborates with business owners to define resources needs
Develops and maintains overall proposal schedule including key project milestones and required deliverables
Drives cross-functional communication between functional areas and leadership
Provides regular reporting and maintains ongoing communications to senior management
Assists in developing RFP-related analyses, including competitive and market research before an opportunity and debriefing assessments after evaluation results are received
Contributes to the development and implementation of win themes at response, section, and question levels; may assist in reviewing responses to ensure strategic content is appropriately captured and represented
In collaboration with the writing team, develops written responses to RFP
Ensures the final product is compliant with RFP requirements and is produced and delivered with highest quality
Communicates progress, facilitate decision-making, and resolve open decisions, issues, and risks pertaining to RFP responses
Manages Q&A process, including collecting and finalizing questions, analyzing answers and RFP amendments, and communicating changes to the RFP to functional areas
Defines, documents, implements, and continually improves routine, repeatable, and measureable proposal development processes and tools
Key participant in production activities including coordination with outside print vendor
Responsible for SharePoint site administration/maintenance
Perform any other job duties as requested
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required
Master’s degree is preferred
A minimum of five to seven (5-7) years of proposal management experience is required
Experience working in deadline driven environments is required
Experience with project management in Medicaid managed care
Background with health insurance including health plan, ACO, hospital delivery system is preferred
Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, SharePoint, and Adobe Professional
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent command of the English language
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Effective listening and critical thinking skills
Effective problem solving skills with attention to detail
Strong knowledge of general office practice
Strong knowledge of Proposal Management
Ability to balance multiple priorities and to work under tight deadlines while providing consistent and professional service
Accurate and efficient typing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism
Maintain complete confidentiality, possess a professional demeanor, and exercise discretion at all times
Licensure and Certification:
None
Working Conditions:
General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed to meet deadlines, often with little notice
This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
