Proposal Specialist 2 – anywhere in the UK, homebased in Reading, United Kingdom

Job Overview

Develop and prepare budgets and proposals for assigned customers, to support the global sales team.;

Essential Functions

• Review Requests For Proposal (RFP). Identify information for proposal text and budget development and work closely with proposal development team to prepare and finalize proposals.

• Prepare text and budget for proposals, rebids and related documents.

• Provide support and assistance to other Proposal Developers in the delivery of assigned opportunities.

• Team Lead on assigned projects, to develop proposals and budgets.

• Revise or develop preliminary agreements and related budgets and scope of work. Ensure the scope of work is defined correctly and budgets reflect the scope.

• Develop in depth understanding of, and be compliant to all processes and policies relating to the development of proposals.

• Participate in strategy calls to discuss customer requirements and identify discrepancies in customer information.

• Perform quality control edits on all documents and participate in the finalization of documents and distribution to the customer and internal departments.

• Update and maintain corporate databases as required and ensure accurate information is included in tracking reports.

• May participate in training / coaching / mentoring new staff.

• May participate in customer meetings.

• Participates in department initiatives.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Business Management or related field and a minimum of 5 years direct experience in Contracts, Proposals, industry specific operations experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.;

• Knowledge of CRO Industry.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and understanding of costing models.

• Ability to interpret RFPs and protocols.

• Possess strong analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and customers.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is a world leader in using data, technology, advanced analytics, and expertise to help customers drive healthcare – and human health – forward. Together with the companies we serve, we are enabling a more modern, more effective and more efficient healthcare system, and creating breakthrough solutions that transform business and patient outcomes.

To get there, it takes diverse skills and a curiosity to explore new possibilities. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of improving human health. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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