Manager of Strategic Pursuits leading proposal management for Gartner's consulting teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation while driving strategic direction and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a winning strategy for high-value pursuits, aligning with organizational goals and market trends
Inspire, mentor, and lead a global team of Proposal Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and support throughout the proposal lifecycle
Continuously assess and refine pursuit processes to drive efficiency, quality, and successful business outcomes/ROI for Gartner Consulting
Regularly report trends and the strategic pursuits’ team business impact to key internal stakeholders
Serve as the organization’s expert in proposal writing
Lead the development of compelling, client-focused proposals that clearly articulate value propositions and competitive differentiators
Drive the capture management process to position the team to win high-value contracts prior to the initiation of the RFP process
Provide hands-on guidance and review for complex, strategic proposals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and impact
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices in proposal management and strategic pursuits
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
8+ years of experience in proposal management, with a proven track record of leading successful pursuits in both public and private sectors
1+ years of experience in leadership with demonstrated results in managing and developing high-performing, geographically dispersed teams
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and persuasive storytelling
Deep understanding of public and private sector procurement processes, compliance requirements, and proposal best practices
Strategic thinker with strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills
Strong expertise in using MS Teams products, including MS Word and MS PPT
Willingness to explore AI tools and other innovative technology to streamline the proposal management processes
Benefits
Generous PTO
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
World-class benefits
Highly competitive compensation
Annual bonus plan or role-based uncapped sales incentive plan
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