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Proposal Specialist

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Proposal Specialist managing customer proposals and RFQs for a regulated packaging organization. Collaborating across functions to ensure competitive and compliant proposals for pharmaceutical and medical device markets.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in proposal management and pricing strategy within highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO standards while delivering high-quality, customer-ready proposals. Proficient in analyzing customer requirements and developing competitive pricing models aligned with margin objectives.

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Proposal ManagementPricing StrategyCGMP ComplianceCost EstimationCustomer Requirements Analysis

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Hard Skills
Proposal DevelopmentCost EstimationPricing ModelsManufacturing Cost StructuresRegulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Presentation SkillsCollaborationFacilitation
Tools & Technologies
Proposal TemplatesStandard Costing Models
Industry Keywords
FDAISO 13485GMPContract PackagingMedical Device Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the full lifecycle of proposals and quotations (RFQs/RFPs), from intake through submission
  • Analyze customer requirements, specifications, and technical documentation to define scope
  • Develop pricing models, cost estimates, and commercial proposals aligned with margin objectives
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality, customer-ready proposal packages
  • Coordinate inputs from engineering (design/packaging specs), operations (capacity, throughput), procurement (material costs), and quality (compliance)
  • Facilitate internal alignment on scope, assumptions, and risks
  • Drive proposal review meetings, approvals, and executive sign-off
  • Own or support pricing strategy for packaging solutions (e.g., blister packs, kitting, contract packaging, sterile barrier systems)
  • Evaluate cost drivers including labor, materials, tooling, freight, and overhead
  • Partner with sales to position competitive yet profitable proposals
  • Ensure proposals comply with FDA, ISO (e.g., ISO 13485), GMP, and customer-specific quality requirements
  • Incorporate validation, documentation, and quality controls into scope and pricing
  • Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate proposal documentation
  • Maintain proposal templates, tools, and standard costing models
  • Track KPIs such as win rates, cycle time, margin performance, and quote accuracy
  • Identify opportunities to streamline RFQ processes and improve turnaround times
  • Collaborate with business development to understand market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning
  • Contribute to strategic bids and key account pursuits
  • Participate in customer calls to clarify technical and commercial requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination.
  • 3-5 years of experience in proposal management, estimating, pricing, contract packaging, manufacturing, pharma, or medical device industries.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and pricing methodologies.
  • Previous experience in cGMP, FDA, or other highly regulated environment, preferred.
  • Ability to present pricing topics to small or medium sized groups.

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  • Lead the full lifecycle of proposals and quotations (RFQs/RFPs), from intake through submission
  • Analyze customer requirements, specifications, and technical documentation to define scope
  • Develop pricing models, cost estimates, and commercial proposals aligned with margin objectives
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality, customer-ready proposal packages
  • Coordinate inputs from engineering (design/packaging specs), operations (capacity, throughput), procurement (material costs), and quality (compliance)
  • Facilitate internal alignment on scope, assumptions, and risks
  • Drive proposal review meetings, approvals, and executive sign-off
  • Own or support pricing strategy for packaging solutions (e.g., blister packs, kitting, contract packaging, sterile barrier systems)
  • Evaluate cost drivers including labor, materials, tooling, freight, and overhead
  • Partner with sales to position competitive yet profitable proposals
  • Ensure proposals comply with FDA, ISO (e.g., ISO 13485), GMP, and customer-specific quality requirements
  • Incorporate validation, documentation, and quality controls into scope and pricing
  • Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate proposal documentation
  • Maintain proposal templates, tools, and standard costing models
  • Track KPIs such as win rates, cycle time, margin performance, and quote accuracy
  • Identify opportunities to streamline RFQ processes and improve turnaround times
  • Collaborate with business development to understand market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning
  • Contribute to strategic bids and key account pursuits
  • Participate in customer calls to clarify technical and commercial requirements. 🎯 Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination.
  • 3-5 years of experience in proposal management, estimating, pricing, contract packaging, manufacturing, pharma, or medical device industries.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and pricing methodologies.
  • Previous experience in cGMP, FDA, or other highly regulated environment, preferred.
  • Ability to present pricing topics to small or medium sized groups. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Order Selector, Level 1 🕒 July 17 Behler-Young Company 201 - 500 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Order Selector position at Behler-Young's state-of-the-art distribution center. Focused on picking, packing, and shipping products efficiently in team-oriented environment. 🏢 Grand Rapids – Onsite 💵 $0 - $21 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior Developmental Care Specialist – Residential Behavioral Health 🕒 July 14 Wedgwood Christian Services 201 - 500 🏥 Healthcare 🤝 Non-profit 🌍 Social Impact Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Developmental Care Specialist providing direct care for adolescent boys in a behavioral health program. Supporting daily operations and implementing individualized treatment in a trauma-informed environment. 🏢 Grand Rapids – Onsite 💵 $20 - $22 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead Solution Development Lead 🕒 July 13 KION Group 10,000+ employees 📦 Logistics 💼 Consulting 🏗️ Construction Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Solution Development Lead evaluating new services at Dematic. Developing proposals and coordinating projects across multiple departments. 🏢 Grand Rapids – Onsite ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior Youth Treatment Specialist – Residential Behavioral Health 🕒 June 30 Wedgwood Christian Services 201 - 500 🏥 Healthcare 🤝 Non-profit 🌍 Social Impact Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Youth Treatment Specialist providing direct care to adolescent girls in a trauma-informed residential treatment program. Seeking passionate individuals for behavioral health and youth advocacy. 🏢 Grand Rapids – Onsite 💵 $20 - $22 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead Developmental Care Specialist – Residential Behavioral Health 🕒 June 25 Wedgwood Christian Services 201 - 500 🏥 Healthcare 🤝 Non-profit 🌍 Social Impact Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Developmental Care Specialist providing direct care within a residential behavioral health program for adolescent girls. Supporting youth resilience, emotional regulation, and therapeutic mentorship. 🏢 Grand Rapids – Onsite 💵 $20 - $22 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Is Remote Rocketship legit? Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs