Senior Proposal Manager

Technical Proposal RepresentativeResponsible for representing technical functionality to clients and prospects who engage the company through Requests for Proposals and questionnaires.ResponsibilitiesCo-own legal review process for current projectsDevelop and manage project schedules; manage project progress and proactively mitigate risk across cross-functional teamsProvide support to other associates on the team, providing feedback as necessaryServe as primary project lead; coordinate project governance from planning to project sign-off and acceptanceAccountable for resource staffing and allocation for various roles needed to deliver projects on time and budgetServe as expert in proposal project support for sales teams; includes complex and first of a kind solution projects, proposal responses, and follow up for highly complex clients or prospectsQualifications RequiredBachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experienceAt least 5 years of proposal management experienceAt least 2 years experience managing legal review process in RFPsExcellent analytical and problem resolution, organization, attention to detail, time management and leadership skillsAbility to make fast, accurate decisions based on available informationDemonstrated experience leading and supporting project teams with diverse cross-functional participants and mitigating risks for deliveryAbility to work under pressure in a deadline driven environmentPreferredAt least 2 years industry experience in healthcare IT or IT proposalsUnderstanding of technical and IT related concepts and/or technical writing experienceProject Management Professional or similar project management certificationExperience with RFP cloud-based proposal response platforms such as Responsive, RFP360, or ProposifyNetsmart is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All employment decisions at Netsmart, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion and transfer, are based on performance, qualifications, abilities, education and experience. Netsmart does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Netsmart desires to provide a healthy and safe workplace and, as a government contractor, Netsmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal law. Pursuant to Netsmart policy, all post-offer candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a drug screen, which is provided at Netsmart's sole expense. In the event a candidate tests positive for a controlled substance, Netsmart will rescind the offer of employment unless the individual can provide proof of valid prescription to Netsmart's third party screening provider.If you are located in a state which grants you the right to receive information on salary range, pay scale, description of benefits or other compensation for this position, please use this form to request details which you may be legally entitled.All applicants for employment must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Netsmart does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.Netsmart's Job Applicant Privacy Notice may be found here.