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Proposal Manager

GEM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Proposal Manager to join our team! We're looking for someone who is an exceptional writer, has a collaborative and positive mindset, and understands the competitive landscape of federal contracting. The selected candidate will work closely with business development, company management, project teams, and industry partners to develop compelling, compliant, and winning proposals. In line with our corporate culture, this position requires a commitment to quality at every stage and expertise in the proposal development process, embracing challenges as they arise and adjusting with eagerness. This position is full-time and will be based out of our Corporate Headquarters in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Leads the preparation and submittal of persuasive proposals that are compliant with solicitation instructions.
• Actively writes, edits, and proofreads technical volumes to include allocating writing assignments, determining page allowances to meet page limitations (as applicable), and defining proposal publication requirements.
• Directs proposal phases, activities, and milestones including, but not limited to: proposal kickoff meetings, data calls, brainstorming sessions, proposal writing, color team reviews, status calls, proposal production, and post-award debriefs.
• Comprehensively manages the proposal development process by: analyzing RFP requirements, creating and implementing a proposal schedule, organizing regular meetings, and preparing a compliance matrix and data calls.
• Develops and revises technical, management, and past performance volumes.
• Reviews written materials and graphics submitted by the proposal team and offers feedback including specific ideas and strategies to enhance written sections.
• Analyzes a wide variety of solicitation types and develops outlines and compliance matrices to ensure both compliance and responsiveness to client needs.
• Creates, and ensures adherence to, the proposal schedule and outlines.
• Guides the formulation and review of proposal win strategies/themes, discriminator development, and feature/benefit analysis.
• Provides guidance and best practice support to proposal team.
• Assists with supplier qualifications and relevant registrations, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Technical Communications, or closely related and 5+ years of relevant experience in proposal writing and proposal management.
• Expertise in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Keen attention to detail when reviewing proposals.
• Highly organized and a compelling writer, editor, and proofreader.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conceptualize and create graphics that enhance proposal messaging.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of federal contracting guidelines and how they affect DOE and DOD proposals.
• Experience preparing proposals for projects valued at more than $50M.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
• Shipley Training and/or APMP certification.