Job Title
Proposals Manager
Location
Greenwood, SC or Morristown, NJ
Summary
Join Lonza as a Proposals Manager supporting our Dosage Form Solutions (DFS) Nutra business. In this role, you’ll help shape proposals that bring innovative nutraceutical solutions to market. You’ll collaborate across teams to deliver accurate, competitive proposals that drive sustainable growth and customer success.
What you will get
The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000 - $ $141,750. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:
An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do
Manage intake and validate project requests for scope and feasibility.
Prepare accurate, competitive proposals with clear timelines and assumptions.
Build cost models and lead pricing strategy discussions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness.
Maintain quote pipeline tracking and analyze performance metrics.
Drive process improvements for faster cycle times and better stakeholder engagement.
Act as subject matter expert for proposal strategy within the commercial team.
What we are looking for
Bachelor’s degree in business, Nutrition, or Life Sciences required (master’s preferred).
5–10 years’ experience in proposals management, project management, or technical sales required.
5–10 years’ experience in Nutrition, Pharmaceutical, or Life sciences industry required.
Strong understanding of formulation-to-launch processes and SAP systems.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills across matrix organizations.
Ability to manage complex projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
PMP or relevant project management certification preferred.
Business-fluent English required.
25% travel required.
Must reside within a commutable distance of our CHI location in Greenwood, SC or Morristown, NJ.
