Proposal Manager - SSG - University Park at Federal Signal Corporation in University Park, Illinois

Job Description:

Federal Signal is searching for a Proposals Manager to manage all aspects of the proposal generation process, including leading the cross-functional team engaged in developing the response. The right candidate will provide leadership for the development of compliant, winning proposals and bid packages.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in pre-RFP tasks such as facilitating customer key issues analysis, competitive strengths / weaknesses analysis, and development of winning strategies, themes and discriminators.


• Works closely with Corporate Legal on contract matters


• Manages the entire proposal management process.


• Plans and coordinates activities of the cross-functional proposal team members, including support departments.


• Identifies resource needs to successfully & timely complete assigned workflows.


• Works closely with Sales and System Applications staff to develop responsive proposals oriented to customer needs.


• Monitors and reports on proposal progress.


• Plans and administers formal reviews.


• Runs, review teams, and develops recovery plans.


• Supervises production of hard and electronic copies, assembly, book check, packing, and delivery to customers. Identifies and obtains resources needed and manages preparations for oral presentations when required.

Requirements: 

• Must have a bachelor’s degree 


• 3- 5 Years Experience Required


• Must be a highly proficient writer with strong technical aptitude.


• Capable of writing proposal responses and maintaining a database of responses to build knowledge base for future proposals.


• Strong computer skills including high competence with Microsoft Office products including Visio, PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Should be highly competent with Adobe Acrobat.  Knowledge or experience with Computer Aided Graphic design packages and/or GIS-based software applications is a plus.


• Requires use of an electronic proposal management system.


• Ability to work in complex, unstructured environment, and work independently under heavy demands.


• Willing to work longer hours and with flexibility to work in a matrix environment.


• Ability to supervise and train staff for advancement.


• Technical background preferred.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

 

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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