Sr. Proposal Manager

Sr. Proposal Manager – K , Inc.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Senior Proposal Manager to join our dynamic Business Development team. The Senior Proposal Manager will lead the proposal development process, ensuring the timely submission of high‑quality, compliant, and complete proposals that meet client requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, manage proposal schedules, craft compelling narratives that showcase our company’s capabilities, and contribute to the overall success of our business development efforts.

• Lead the end‑to‑end proposal development process, from initial RFP analysis to submission.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, writers, and contributors to gather necessary information for proposal content.
• Provide leadership and direction to managers or professional staff.
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Identify and allocate resources effectively to meet proposal requirements.
• Write, edit, and review proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance with client requirements.
• Collaborate with technical and non‑technical teams to translate complex information into compelling proposals.
• Conduct thorough reviews to ensure proposals meet the highest quality standards.
• Implement best practices in proposal development to enhance overall quality and competitiveness.
• Interact with BD and Operations personnel to clarify requirements and address queries during the proposal development process.
• Foster positive relationships across teams through professional and effective communication.
• Contribute to maintaining a repository of proposal content, templates, and reusable materials to streamline future proposal development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or a related field.
• 12+ years of proven experience in proposal management, business development, or a related field, including 3+ years in a management role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management tools.

• Master’s degree in Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in proposal management and/or project management.
• Experience in a similar industry or with complex technical proposals.
• Familiarity with government contracting processes.
• Demonstrated success in winning competitive proposals.
• Current security clearance.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, including 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, flexible work schedule, and professional training and development opportunities.

K  is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.