Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the generation of detailed technical proposals in close collaboration with Global departments including; process development, manufacturing, business development, project management and finance
- Act as the primary interface between the business development and technical teams to ensure interdepartmental alignment on project scopes, technical feasibility of proposed programs and competitive offers
- Proactively engage with subject matter experts to assess the technical feasibility of client requests and translate those requirements into robust and competitive solutions
- Participate in technical client calls, proposal review meetings, and scientific discussions, to support the positioning of Rentschler’s solutions
- Contribute to the evaluation of process feasibility and facility fit, working closely with internal experts to define optimal manufacturing strategies for clients
- Prepare and draft proposal content technical scope from pre-defined service packages, project timelines and service costs
- Calculate detailed cost bases as input for market-aligned pricing strategies, in collaboration with Business Development
- Maintain close and structured communication with all planning-relevant departments ensuring transparency and validity of key proposal assumptions
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and standardization of service packages and proposal processes
Qualifications
- Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in proposal management, technical project management, or a comparable role within the biopharmaceutical or CDMO industry (a PhD or equivalent technical experience is considered a strong asset)
- Solid understanding of biopharmaceutical development and GMP manufacturing processes
- Strong technical mindset with the ability to assess process feasibility, operational fit, and technical risks
- Good business acumen with a solid understanding of cost structures and pricing principles
- Strong analytical skills and high numerical proficiency
- Highly self-driven, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in MS Office focusing on timeline generation tools, and experience with CRM systems
Working Conditions
- Normal office working conditions: computer, phone, files, copier
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