Capture Manager

Expression

$125K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred.
  • Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
  • 5-7 years in capture management or business development with a solid success record.
  • Strong understanding of the proposal lifecycle.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in capture management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive capture strategies.
  • Analyze customer requirements and market trends for strategy.
  • Lead the capture process from identification to contract award.
  • Conduct win/loss analyses to refine strategy.
  • Assemble and manage cross-functional capture teams.
  • Engage with clients to understand their needs and decision processes.
  • Monitor industry trends to provide insights for business development.

Benefits

  • 401k matching
  • PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Education reimbursement
  • Complimentary life insurance
  • Generous PTO and holiday leave
  • Onsite office gym access
  • Commuter Benefits Plan
Full Job Description
Capture Manager

Location:
  • Hybrid in the DMV area

Key Responsibilities:

Capture Strategy Development:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive capture strategies for assigned opportunities.
  • Identify and analyze customer requirements, competitive landscape, and market trends to inform strategy.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.

Opportunity Management:
  • Lead the capture process from initial identification through contract award.
  • Conduct win/loss analyses to refine capture strategies and improve future performance.
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of high-quality proposals and bids.

Team Leadership and Coordination:
  • Assemble and manage capture teams, including proposal managers, subject matter experts, and business development professionals.
  • Facilitate regular team meetings, progress reviews, and strategy sessions.
  • Ensure alignment between capture efforts and organizational goals.

Client Engagement:
  • Engage with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and decision-making processes.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key client contacts to enhance the company's positioning.
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.

Proposal Management:
  • Oversee the development of proposal content, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements and high-quality submissions.
  • Coordinate proposal reviews, including red team reviews and final edits.
  • Manage proposal budgets and timelines effectively.

Market Intelligence:
  • Monitor and analyze industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities.
  • Provide insights and recommendations based on market intelligence to support business development efforts.

Performance Metrics and Reporting:
  • Track and report on capture performance metrics, including win rates, proposal success, and client feedback.
  • Prepare and present regular updates to senior management on capture progress and outcomes.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance or above.
  • Minimum of 5 -7 years of experience in capture management, business development, or a related field, with a proven track record of successful captures and proposals.
  • Strong understanding of the proposal lifecycle, including capture planning, proposal development, and submission.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in capture management software and tools.
  • Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and government contracting (if applicable).
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute long-term strategies for capturing business opportunities.
  • Relationship Building: Skill in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
  • Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing market data, competitive intelligence, and customer needs.
  • Leadership: Capability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams towards common goals.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
  • Preference for individuals with experience selling hybrid solutions (products and services)
  • Experience supporting DoW, and/or Law Enforcement a plus

This role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000, depending on location and travel requirements, with total on-target earnings (OTE) up to $240,000. OTE includes performance-based incentives aligned with capture success and revenue growth objectives.

Benefits:

Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:
  • 401k matching
  • PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Education reimbursement
  • Complimentary life insurance
  • Generous PTO and holiday leave
  • Onsite office gym access
  • Commuter Benefits Plan

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