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Proposal Manager – Remote

Connection Chicago, IL 60631 Information Technology

Connection Enterprise Solution is a profitable $1.3BM+ company focusing on providing technology solutions for the Fortune 2000, located in Boca Raton, Florida. Connection Enterprise is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PC Connection (PCCC), a $2.5 Billion+ publicly-traded company located in Merrimack, NH.

Connection Enterprise offers a wide range of technology services with over 500 technical certifications and a qualified team of expert engineers, software licensing specialists, and project managers to offer best-in-class solutions to our customers. We deliver end-to-end solutions across the entire IT lifecycle-from assessment, design, procurement, and installation to management and asset disposition. Focused on solving the complex business challenges of enterprise customers, Connection Enterprise is a one-stop source for a full range of IT products and services, including data center, networking, mobility, and software solutions. Offering over 1 million products from 1,600 technology vendors, Connection Enterprise proprietary cloud-based e-procurement system, TRAXX, creates a streamlined, efficient approach to IT procurement that reduces the cost and complexity of buying hardware, software, and services. By leveraging our strategic relationships with leading IT manufacturers and software publishers, Connection Enterprise can provide the best pricing and preferred product availability.

The Proposal Manager coordinates and writes proposals – responses to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) – under strict deadlines and often with very little lead-time. The Proposal Manager creates additional documents, including RFI’s, pricing proposals, and ad hoc documents for external and internal clients. The Manager interacts with Sales, Services, Finance, Legal, and Marketing, facilitating communication and documentation required for the proposal. Addresses specific needs/requirements, ensuring quality and consistency in the overall document and identifies potential issues within the RFP terms and conditions.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Manages, coordinates, and leads RFP project from initial receipt through RFP delivery. Leads the development, compilation, and detailed requests for proposals (RFPs) content which pertains to Connection Enterprise company information, organizational information, product-specific data, portal information, and other specific content requested by the client. Ensures the response flows and positions Connection Enterprise favorably in the response.

  • Responsible for the maintenance and enhancement of RFP database (Qvidian). Maintains files and logs of completed consultant and pending questionnaires. Provides data and publishes RFP metrics

  • Works closely with team colleagues to suggest and implement content improvements; oversees the implementation of these improvements as necessary. Follows up on all wins and losses to ensure learnings are captured in the metrics and reported in the results

  • Processes client and supplier forms

    • Required Skills

  • Proactive results-driven team player

  • Unwavering attention to detail

  • Excellent prioritization and organizational skills

  • Demonstrated customer focus

  • Flexible with the ability to complete deadline-oriented deliverables to both internal and external parties

  • Strong knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact within all levels of the company, including upper management

  • Strong multi-tasking, research, and analytical skills

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to synthesize information across the company

    • Additional preferred competencies or preferred qualifications, if any:

  • Business Knowledge – understanding of product offerings and verticals. Understanding of reverse auctions.

  • Experience with Ariba, Qvidian, and other RFP submittal portals a plus
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