Proposal Lead

Position Summary:

As a key member of the client relationship team, the Proposal Lead is responsible for project management of the proposal process, including leadership of cross-functional teams to scope opportunities and gain key stakeholder review and approval, as appropriate.  The role also includes the pricing, margin analysis and generation of proposals, to deliver quality and on-time Quotations to Clients.

The Role (daily responsibilities)

• Follows the proposal process and liaises with Project Management, BD, Clients, and Management/Key Stakeholders on the generation of, and pricing for, Quotations/QARs.

• Facilitates communication between functional areas of the organization (i.e. BD, Project Management, Operations, Quality, Finance, etc.) to ensure on-time delivery of Quotations / proposals that are accurate and executable in terms of technical scope and meet costing / business margin targets.

• Works with all Operations functions to determine the most optimal and cost-effective development/manufacturing/packaging methods and to request pricing on any additional items to support quotation generation, as needed.

• Communicates directly with client contacts and leads and/or participates in client meetings, as needed to support the Proposal / BD process.

• Works collaboratively and professionally in accordance with the global processes and to support global objectives.

• Works with BD, Operations, and Finance to produce optimal value pricing solutions, as appropriate for proposals managed.

• Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate (requirements)

• Life Sciences Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or business degree, or equivalent work experience.

• 1-3 years pharmaceutical industry experience.

• Project management experience is preferable.

Pay:

The annual pay range for this position in New Jersey is $63,300 - $110,800

The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why you should Join Catalent

• Join a high growth and fast paced organization with a people focused culture

• Global exposure, defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K

• 19 days PTO & 8 paid holidays