Proposal Operations Manager

Overview

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Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3

Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

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Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Proposal Operations Manager

Job Code: 33132

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO;
Rochester, NY;
Wilmington, MA;
Palm Bay, FL;
Chantilly, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

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Harris Technologies is seeking a Proposal Operations Manager to manage large, complex proposals with strategic importance to the SS&I Division. The role involves providing proposal training and collaboration for cross-functional teams throughout the proposal development process. Additionally, the Proposal Operations Manager will manage, coach, and mentor the Proposal Analyst team.

• Manage complex projects or processes with general oversight
• Oversee the generation, quality, and timeliness of proposal submittals and status reporting internally and externally
• Communicate within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures
• Coordinate with Program leadership aligned to ECP and proposal activity to ensure buy-in and executability
• Make moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes
• Focus on problem identification and independently define and implement relevant continuous improvement solutions
• Contribute to the achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on departmental results
• Act as a subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of business acquisition and proposal development
• Develop business strategies for proposals that ensure long-term business success
• Operate with expertise and full understanding of product offerings/capabilities across the portfolios
• Remain current on all program activities to ensure that proposals are accurate, achievable, and consistent with the financial goals of the Division/Sector
• Monitor program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, performance requirements, schedules, and cost commitments
• Develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals across functions and teams
• Demonstrate the highest level of personal integrity, professionalism, and work ethic
• Deliver a high level of customer service to internal customers
• Exhibit meticulous task management and execution excellence
• Adapt easily to changing environments and multiple competing demands
• Work comfortably both as an individual and in group settings, interacting with all levels of management

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience;
  Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience;
  Or, in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Share Point
• Excellent communication, judgment/problem-solving, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills
• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Well-organized, resourceful, and a multi-tasker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate assistance needs and take initiative
• Able to effectively handle multiple simultaneous projects
• Flexible in the face of changing priorities
• Ability to interact positively with executives, managers, customers, and other administrators
• Willing to work extended hours as needed
• Strong leadership skills

Salary and Benefits: In compliance with pay…