Manager, Proposals

Overview

Who We Are:

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Work Arrangement: Remote

Why Join Crowley:

Crowley offers more than a job-it offers a career with purpose. Employees have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally, and be part of a collaborative culture that values safety, integrity, innovation, and continuous development.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Manages and writes Government proposals, with the objective of continued company growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages the development, production, and submittal of Government proposals, which includes managing essential resources to comply with RFP requirements and meet/exceed evaluation criteria.
• Oversees the coordination of all proposal activities.
• Directs Book Bosses/Volume Leads, Coordinators, and Writers, including consultants.
• Implements proposal processes and planning.
• Sets and manages proposal schedules, plans, deadlines, and progress monitoring.
• Develops the proposal outline (basic and annotated), compliance matrix, and evaluator scorecards.
• Manages the compliance review.
• Prepares for and leads kick-off meetings, color reviews, and other meetings, including discussions on vetting questions to the Government.
• Leads color review recovery efforts.
• Works closely with the Solution Architect and operational team in developing technical / management solutions.
• Manages subcontractor data calls.
• Works with the Pricing Lead to coordinate development of the Cost/Price Volume and conduct a compliance review.
• May also serve as Lead Writer for proposal sections/volume, working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)/technical staff to transform highly technical material into easily understood, convincing, scoreable text that meets/exceeds evaluation factors.
• Collaborates with Graphic Artists to brainstorm graphics and icon development.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, industrial engineering, business, transportation/logistics or a related field; or a combination of post high school and equal experience may be substituted.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in proposal management and writing.
• High preference for experience in managing proposal development for Government RFPs.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Familiar with using AI.

What We Offer?

We inspire top talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive package that supports the diverse needs of our people-on land, at sea, in offices, and remotely.

Our Total Rewards include:

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts

At Crowley, we invest in you-your success, your health, and your future.

Qualifications:
Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, industrial engineering, business, transportation/logistics or a related field; or a combination of post high school and equal experience may be substituted.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in proposal management and writing.
• High preference for experience in managing proposal development for Government RFPs.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Familiar with using AI.

What We Offer?

We inspire top talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive package that supports the diverse needs of our people-on land, at sea, in offices, and remotely.

Our Total Rewards include:

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts

At Crowley, we invest in you-your success, your health, and your future.

Responsibilities:
What You'll Do:

Manages and writes Government proposals, with the objective of continued company growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages the development, production, and submittal of Government proposals, which includes managing essential resources to comply with RFP requirements and meet/exceed evaluation criteria.
• Oversees the coordination of all proposal activities.
• Directs Book Bosses/Volume Leads, Coordinators, and Writers, including consultants.
• Implements proposal processes and planning.
• Sets and manages proposal schedules, plans, deadlines, and progress monitoring.
• Develops the proposal outline (basic and annotated), compliance matrix, and evaluator scorecards.
• Manages the compliance review.
• Prepares for and leads kick-off meetings, color reviews, and other meetings, including discussions on vetting questions to the Government.
• Leads color review recovery efforts.
• Works closely with the Solution Architect and operational team in developing technical / management solutions.
• Manages subcontractor data calls.
• Works with the Pricing Lead to coordinate development of the Cost/Price Volume and conduct a compliance review.
• May also serve as Lead Writer for proposal sections/volume, working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)/technical staff to transform highly technical material into easily understood, convincing, scoreable text that meets/exceeds evaluation factors.
• Collaborates with Graphic Artists to brainstorm graphics and icon development.