Senior Specialist, Technical Evaluations – Proposals

. Evaluate RFI/RFPs and discuss prospective customers’ needs to develop proposal strategy .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $117,500 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate RFI/RFPs and discuss prospective customers’ needs to develop proposal strategy
Generate detailed proposals across advanced R&D, technology platforms, process and analytical development, and GMP manufacturing offerings
Support scope revisions with subject matter experts and drive programs from proposal to contract signature
Work with Sales & Business Management and Commercial Development to determine profitable program pricing
Incorporate contractual terms into proposals
Manage the proposal pipeline and critical proposal development process
Deliver proposals and estimates against commitments to manage customer expectations
Conduct assigned technical evaluation and proposal process projects
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
Assist with costing and pricing analysis for the opportunity funnel
Partner with Sales & BD during pre-proposal, post-proposal, customer calls, and site visits
Work with global subject matter experts and internal colleagues to generate approved program pricing and timelines

What you’ll need

Fundamental understanding of Biologics and/or Sterile Drug Product manufacturing and drug development lifecycle
Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communications skills
Strong analytical skills
Self-disciplined and able to multi-task effectively
Ability to work effectively in a matrix-team environment
Proactive and able to prioritize in an entrepreneurial environment
Proficient in MS Word and/or MS Project, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
Ability to travel (≤ 10%) and work non-standard hours (flexible management)
2-4 years of bio/pharmaceutical R&D and/or manufacturing industry experience, CDMO
0-3 years of technical evaluation and proposals experience
Salesforce CRM experience
Previous experience in a customer-facing role
Relevant skill set in program management, sales, business, or technical experience highly valued
Prior experience writing Drug Product proposals highly valued
Sponsorship or support for work authorization, including visas, is not available

Comp & perks