Proposal Manager

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the generation of detailed technical proposals in close collaboration with Global departments including; process development, manufacturing, business development, project management and finance
• Act as the primary interface between the business development and technical teams to ensure interdepartmental alignment on project scopes, technical feasibility of proposed programs and competitive offers
• Proactively engage with subject matter experts to assess the technical feasibility of client requests and translate those requirements into robust and competitive solutions
• Participate in technical client calls, proposal review meetings, and scientific discussions, to support the positioning of Rentschler’s solutions
• Contribute to the evaluation of process feasibility and facility fit, working closely with internal experts to define optimal manufacturing strategies for clients
• Prepare and draft proposal content technical scope from pre-defined service packages, project timelines and service costs
• Calculate detailed cost basis as input for market-aligned pricing strategies, in collaboration with Business Development
• Maintain close and structured communication with all planning-relevant departments ensuring transparency and validity of key proposal assumptions
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and standardization of service packages and proposal processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in proposal management, technical project management, or a comparable role within the biopharmaceutical or CDMO industry (a PhD or equivalent technical experience is considered a strong asset)
• Solid understanding of biopharmaceutical development and GMP manufacturing processes
• Strong technical mindset with the ability to assess process feasibility, operational fit, and technical risks
• Good business acumen with a solid understanding of cost structures and pricing principles
• Highly analytical skills and high numerical proficiency
• Highly self-driven, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS Office focusing on timeline generation tools, and experience with CRM systems