Proposal Writer

About the role

The Proposals Writer has a critical role in ensuring the successful and timely delivery of high quality, commercially competitive proposals, which are fully aligned with the company's revenue and profitability goals, enabling the increase in conversion rate from proposal to signed contract, and ultimately increased market share for Sharp Clinical Services. The Proposals Writer will work closely with the Business Development (BD) teams in the preparation of proposals for new and ongoing business, interpreting client requirements for commercial projects, clinical study protocols or synopsis to draft proposals by working with the internal and external stakeholders Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the complete RFP proposal process and timelines to exceed customer expectations and facilitate efficient, high quality and timely delivery of proposals that are fully aligned with Sharp's commercial and financial objectives. Complete full project assessment, evaluating scope, objectives and client requirements to enable proposal generation. This may include determining alternative strategies for the client to consider. Manage and lead operational feasibility calls / discussions as required. Liaise with clients / BD regarding information for proposals as and when required in addition to any other internal / external stakeholder to enable proposal generation. Where applicable design a packaging strategy and investigate packaging options to provide best solutions for our customers. Calculate the unit costs for all aspects of proposal requirement using Sharp's costing model and suppliers / service providers cost matrix or adhoc cost estimates obtained as applicable. Formally write up the proposal and manage the proposal approval process in accordance with Global Pricing Policy. Fully support the global pricing team to ensure all team goals and objectives are met Completion of internal systems and trackers as appropriate. Maintain compliance with Sharp's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Maintain compliance with all applicable departmental spreadsheets, filing and administration processes. Undertake specific tasks / projects as directed by the Global, Pricing Director. Assist with on-the-job training as and when required.