RFP Manager (Remote)

Shift Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the role

Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. This role is responsible for executing RFP documents for the Pace Environmental commercial team and managing supporting materials/documentation to ensure professional representation of Pace.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the creation of RFP responses, proposals, and bids describing our services in response to requests from potential and existing clients.
• Manages and meets proposal deadlines by establishing project priorities and due dates.
• Collaborates and coordinates with internal contributors and subject matter experts to ensure content is complete, accurate, and maximizes business opportunities.
• Develops and establishes a repository of templates, standard language, product collateral, exhibits, and other data resources to create high-quality and accurate responses.
• Establishes a tracking system with win-loss information and analyzes the data to improve the process.
• Provides input to the strategic goals of RFPs, proposals, and bids.
• Develops a robust process to manage RFPs and communicates expectations to functional teams.
• Identifies and manages respective functional owners that support the process.
• Works with marketing to ensure materials are properly branded.
• Identifies potential tools to streamline the process.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of sales support experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of sales and market analysis.
• Understanding of the administration and oversight of sales and market programs, policies, and procedures.
• Methods to resolve sales and market problems, questions, and concerns.
• Understanding of applicable sales and market laws, codes, and regulations.
• Proficiency in computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Principles and practices to serve as an effective project team member.
• Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Skills

• Performing professional-level sales duties in a variety of assigned areas.
• Overseeing and administering various sales functions.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Serving as a team member and managing projects.
• Operating in both a team and individual contributor environment.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing intermediate to complex reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
• Using tact, discretion, and prudence in working with others.
• Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment.
• Stamina to sit for extended periods of time.
• Strength to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Vision to read printed materials and computer screens.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working Environment

Work is performed in an office setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match).
• Life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid time off for holiday, sick, and vacation days.
• HSA and wellness program.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance program.
• Parental leave.
• Optional legal coverage and ID theft protection.