SPS is looking for an energetic and detail-oriented Proposal Lead to drive the identification, creation, and submission of proposals in respose to RFPs from public sector and comercial customers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product owners, legal, compliance, and technical teams to create proposals that not only meet requirements but reflect the excellence and innovation of SPS. If you love shaping strategies, collaborating with talented professionals, and contributing to meaningful business growth, this is the role for you.
Knowledge and Skills:
- In-depth understanding of proposal development methodologies and industry best practices.
- Strong familiarity with government contracting regulations, compliance standards, and contract vehicles (Federal, State, Local).
- Knowledge of IT sector projects, documentation, and technical concepts.
- Awareness of FAR guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Awareness of market trends, client needs, and competitive intelligence strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, able to translate complex technical and operational information into clear, persuasive proposals.
- Strong research and analytical skills to assess competitors and identify opportunities.
- Proficient in collaboration and stakeholder management, working effectively across technical, operational, and business teams.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Proficient in proposal writing tools, document management systems, and MS Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description:
- Draft, review, and finalize top-quality responses to RFPs, PRFs, and other government or commercial solicitations.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, project managers, legal, compliance, and business development teams to collect and integrate technical, operational, and financial information.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and client intelligence to inform proposal strategy and enhance submission quality.
- Ensure all proposals comply with FAR guidelines, regulatory standards, and company policies
- Participate in proposal review sessions, implement feedback, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Support client interactions during proposal development to ensure clarity, alignment, and satisfaction.
- Assist business development in identifying, pursuing, and strategizing new contract opportunities.
- Stay updated on industry trends, proposal methodologies, and best practices, mentoring and supporting junior team members as needed.
Education:
Bachelors
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Management, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in proposal writing, capture management, or a similar role, preferably in IT or government contracting.
- Proven experience in RFP/RFQ/PRF responses for federal, state, local government, and commercial projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical information into persuasive proposals.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.