Proposal Manager

Flexera saves customers billions of dollars in wasted technology spend. A pioneer in Hybrid ITAM and FinOps, Flexera provides award-winning, data-oriented SaaS solutions for technology value optimization (TVO), enabling IT, finance, procurement and cloud teams to gain deep insights into cost optimization, compliance and risks for each business service. Flexera One solutions are built on a set of definitive customer, supplier and industry data, powered by our Technology Intelligence Platform, that enables organizations to visualize their Enterprise Technology Blueprint™ in hybrid environments—from on-premises to SaaS to containers to cloud.We’re transforming the software industry.  We’re Flexera.  With more than 50,000 customers across the world, we’re achieving that goal. But we know we can’t do any of that without our team.  Ready to help us re-imagine the industry during a time of substantial growth and ambitious plans?  Come and see why we’re consistently recognized by Gartner, Forrester and IDC as a category leader in the marketplace. Learn more at flexera.comFlexera is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Proposal Manager to join our new solutions enablement team. The Proposal Manager will play a pivotal role in the company's sales process by leading the development of compelling proposals, bids, and other sales collateral to win new business and support existing client engagements. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.Key Responsibilities: Proposal Development: Lead the end-to-end development of high-quality proposals, bids, and RFP responses in collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product Management, Security, Marketing, and LegalContent Creation: Develop persuasive content tailored to client requirements, including executive summaries, solution overviews, pricing tables, and case studiesProject Management: Manage proposal timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time submission and compliance with client requirements. Ensure coordination across the different teamsBid Strategy: Develop win themes, value propositions, and competitive differentiation strategies to maximize the company's chances of success in the sales processQuality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews of proposal documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with brand standardsKnowledge Management: Maintain a repository of reusable content, templates, and best practices to streamline future proposal development efforts. Facilitate knowledge sharing and enablement of new team membersClient Engagement: Collaborate with Sales and Account Management teams to understand client needs, objectives, and pain points, and tailor proposal content accordinglyQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Marketing, Communications, or related fieldExperience in Content Creation, preferably in the software industry, enterprise IT, IT Asset Management and security spaceProven track record of successfully building and managing knowledge repository and enabling technical teamsStrong project management skills with the ability to orchestrate different teams, prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environmentExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and conciselyProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with proposal management software (e.g., RFPIO, Responsive) preferredCollaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organizationDetail-oriented with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.Flexera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will be considered for open roles regardless of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local/national laws, policies and/or regulations. Flexera understands the value that results from employing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We recognize that equity necessitates acknowledging past exclusion and that inclusion requires intentional effort. Our DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) council is the driving force behind our commitment to championing policies and practices that foster a welcoming environment for all.We encourage candidates requiring accommodations to please let us know by emailing careers@flexera.com.