Worldwide Clinical TrialsProposal Manager - Writing - US - Remote
Who we are
We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.
We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.
Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.
Why Worldwide
We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!
What the Business Development Operations Department does at Worldwide
Business Development Operations is a team of highly experienced Business Development professionals who drive significant bookings targets and support Worldwide’s strategic position in a competitive market through a culture of collaboration and innovation.
This tenured team supports a strong portfolio of existing business as well as being responsible for the continued significant growth of Worldwide’s future pipeline and sponsors. The team is accountable for overall sales performance, the profitable achievement of sales goals, and for aligning sales objectives with the Worldwide’s therapeutic and commercial strategies**.**
What you will do
Develop robust proposals, leading the writing, coordination, and presentation of our responses in Word, PowerPoint, and other systems/formats.
Work with Account Directors and SMEs to effectively manage the proposal development process.
Actively participate in project strategy discussions, ensuring product/service offerings are clearly articulated in proposals.
Proofread, edit, rewrite, and revise documents to ensure readability, consistency, accuracy, and relevance.
Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, writing, reviews, approvals, and signatures.
Collate proposal content independently as much as possible from team discussions and internal sources (e.g., libraries), requesting direct content from SMEs only when primary sources are not available.
Apply strategic and customized solutions to proposal development.
Increased responsibility for owning, driving, and supporting proposal writing resource and process improvement initiatives, collaborating with jr. proposal writers, proposal writing people managers, and SMEs
What you will bring to the role
Robust writing, project management, and time management skills to complete proposals on time and with high quality.
Ability to mentor jr. proposal writers in terms of writing, project management, and industry knowledge to complete proposal on time and with high quality and to keep the content library updated and accurate.
Proven leadership skills in a matrixed environment; proven ability to effectively influence executive/c- suite team members regarding their contribution to client deliverables.
Comprehensive understanding of the proposal development process, the overall business organization, functional areas, and commercial strategy.
Excellent analytical skills, oral and written communications, strong attention to detail, prioritization and time management.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline oriented, and dynamic environment.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make smart decisions independently.
Your experience
Excellent customer relationship management skills and strong commercial acumen.
Strong organizational agility, negotiation skills, and demonstrated drive for results.
Proven ability to build peer relationships and effective teams with demonstrated global and cultural awareness.
Minimum five years’ experience in CRO/pharmaceutical business development or operational environment or as a Proposal Manager – Writing.
Bachelor’s degree; master’s or PhD preferred (prefer degree in Life Sciences, Communications, Journalism, or Marketing).
Knowledge of the CRO/pharmaceutical industry, knowledge of sales support activities, a strong understanding of study design, project management, and operational requirements for successful study implementation.
We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.
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Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law**.**