Senior Proposal Analyst

Syneos Health

. Receive and analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from Business Development .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMorrisville • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $56,400 - $95,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in proposal preparation within the CRO/pharmaceutical industry, with strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of managing multiple tasks while ensuring attention to detail and effective communication.

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Proposal PreparationCRO/Pharmaceutical Industry ExperienceMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Proposal PreparationBudget PreparationRFP AnalysisProject ManagementClinical Development Process Knowledge

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam-Oriented Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointSales Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Requests for ProposalsCROPharmaceuticalClinical ResearchPlanActivation™

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Receive and analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from Business Development
Assign and notify appropriate Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) of RFPs
Prepare and modify proposal text, budgets, and cover letters for RFPs and rebids
Ensure proposal text and budgets align with RFPs, client specifications, communications, and internal assumptions
Obtain third-party quotes as needed
Manage proposal processes and stage gates from RFP receipt through proposal delivery
Work with contracts, finance, and operations to facilitate project initiation as part of PlanActivation™
Update proposals and sales management tools, systems, and forms regarding proposal or rebid status and value
Coordinate and participate in project hand-over meetings
Learn to present budgets in client-specific or requested formats
Provide functional guidance and apply process guidelines to internal constituents as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree or equivalent in a business or health related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimal experience/exposure working in proposal preparation in the CRO/pharmaceutical industry
Minimum of one year of experience in proposal preparation in the CRO/pharmaceutical industry preferred
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), email, and voicemail
Knowledge of the clinical development process through clinical research or other drug development experience
Good analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills
Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently and flexibly to meet deadlines
Above-average attention to detail
Effective oral/written communication skills
Highly developed interpersonal and strong team-oriented skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Company car or car allowance
Medical, Dental, and Vision health benefits
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Sick time