Proposal Manager

This position reports into the Strategic Proposal Center (SPC). The SPC LATAM engages directly with HP's sales teams, providing leadership for proposal development efforts in a dynamic, high performance environment.

**Proposal Manager**

Support the LATAM sales organization by independently managing moderate to high complexity customer Request for Proposal responses; develop / deliver world-class proposals to major accounts through effective development of multiple proposals in a high performance environment; take ownership and responsibility for the process, ensuring the final proposal follows HP's operational goals and guidelines; effectively position HP products and services to drive sales; focus on a high degree of accuracy and compliancy; contribute to enhancing internal relationships, information tools, infrastructure and processes; achieve high levels of customer satisfaction. The Proposal Manager's work is primarily done in a reactive environment, and he / she is required to manage multiple RFPs/RFIs simultaneously, often with fast turnaround times.

**The Proposal Manager's responsibilities include**:
1. overall proposal deliverable - end to end

2. proposal project and content management

3. analyze customer RFP/requirements documents and develop proposal schedules and outlines/templates to control proposal development

4. facilitating proposal strategy, win themes & strategic business writing

6. process and quality control

7. consistency and quality of messaging

8. ensure compliance with customer's requirements and deadlines

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience Required
- First level university degree or equivalent experience; advanced university degree preferred
- Over 3 years of experience in proposal development (or related discipline) with demonstrated track record of success and progression of responsibilities

**Knowledge and Skills Required**
- Project management and leadership skills
- Strong collaboration, team-building and motivation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to build relationships at all levels and across organizations
- Experience with both private and public sector processes