Senior Proposal Manager at Mercer responsible for leading and managing proposals. Collaborating with sales and stakeholders to deliver competitive proposals and strategies.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, coordination, and delivery of high-quality proposals, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company strategy
Manage proposal timelines, resources, and cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and quality standards
Collaborate closely with sales, business development, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to gather content and insights
Develop and implement proposal strategies, win themes, and messaging that differentiate our offerings
Review and edit proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance with RFP requirements
Maintain and enhance proposal templates, content libraries, and best practices
Provide coaching and guidance to junior proposal team members
Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform proposal approaches
Support post-submission activities such as clarifications, presentations, and negotiations as required
Requirements
Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in proposal management, preferably with Investments experience in Financial Institutions
Proficiency in proposal management software (e.g. QorusDocs, Seismic) and strong Microsoft Office suite skills
Proven track record of managing complex, high-value proposals
Experience developing client-centric value propositions
Strong pursuit management skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in stakeholder engagement and influencing at all organisational levels
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