Senior Proposal Developer

IQVIA’s Global Business Operations (GBO) team is a dynamic, high-visibility group that develops strategic proposals and budgets for our customers. After award, GBO drives contract execution—including changes throughout the study lifecycle—by collaborating with numerous internal and external stakeholders. We seek highly motivated, accountable individuals who want to impact the business and be part of the solution. At IQVIA, we emphasize continuous learning and career development.

About the role

Under general supervision, you will develop and prepare budgets and proposals for assigned customers to support the global sales team.

Responsibilities

• Review Requests For Proposal (RFP) and identify information needed for proposal text and budget development; work closely with the proposal development team to prepare and finalize proposals.
• Prepare text and budget for proposals, rebids, and related documents.
• Provide support and assistance to other Proposal Developers in delivering assigned opportunities.
• Act as Team Lead on assigned projects to develop proposals and budgets.
• Revise or develop preliminary agreements, related budgets, and scope of work; ensure the scope is defined correctly and budgets reflect the scope.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of and comply with all processes and policies relating to proposal development.
• Participate in strategy calls to discuss customer requirements and identify discrepancies in customer information.
• Perform quality control edits on all documents and participate in the finalization and distribution of documents to customers and internal departments.
• Update and maintain corporate databases, ensuring accurate information is included in tracking reports.
• May participate in training, coaching, or mentoring new staff.
• May participate in customer meetings.
• Participates in department initiatives.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Life Science, Business Management, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years’ direct experience in Proposals, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of the CRO industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and an understanding of costing models.
• Ability to prepare and interpret budgets.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and customers.

Pay

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $71,400.00 - $178,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, experience, location, and schedule (full- or part-time). Incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may also be offered, along with a range of health, welfare, and other benefits.