Abzena
Proposal Manager - Temp
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Proposal Manager - Temp
About the Role
With extensive experience in developing biologics and bioconjugates, Abzena offers a seamless service delivered by fully integrated teams, from early discovery to commercial manufacturing. Forward-thinking and committed, we deliver the best solutions using the right technologies to design, develop, and manufacture products that bring vital medicines to patients quickly and safely.
We are dedicated to quality excellence, driven by speed and responsibility. Our goal is to get better treatments to market, improve operational efficiency, and deliver the highest standards in quality.
The Position: Proposal Manager
This role sits at the heart of proposal development at Abzena, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with client needs. The Proposal Manager oversees the entire proposal lifecycle—from intake to final submission—and maintains alignment with the wider RFP process while coordinating cross-functional team contributions.
Responsibilities
The Proposal Manager will:
- Manage a broad portfolio of proposals, from initial receipt to final client submission, feeding into Abzena’s RFP strategy and activities.
- Coordinate contributions across teams to produce high-quality, persuasive proposals, ensuring alignment with key business opportunities.
- Lead team alignment discussions, clarifying scope, strategy, and client requirements.
- Generate accurate pricing for proposals to support commercial viability.
- Maintain and update budget sheets, proposal templates, and other documentation for internal efficiency.
- Ensure deliverables comply with client specifications, regulatory standards, and Abzena’s quality policies.
- Report progress on individual proposals to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.
- Support Q&A log and alignment processes during the RFP lifecycle.
- Utilise Abzena’s systems (e.g., Salesforce, SharePoint) effectively throughout the process.
- Comply with Abzena’s policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.
- Act as a proactive cross-functional collaborator, working collaboratively across departments.
- Uphold Abzena’s quality standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
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Qualifications
Candidates should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, plus:
- At least 2 years of proposal management experience within a pharmaceutical or CDMO context (highly desirable).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Salesforce, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent command of English for business contexts.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively under aggressive deadlines.
- Strong analytical, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- A detailed-oriented, customer-focused approach with exceptional interpersonal skills.
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Abzena: A Responsible Partner
We are abzena, more than just a CDMO—a strategic partner. Committed to delivering advanced biologics development and manufacturing with purpose, our expertise spans from concept to patient. At abzena, we champion innovation, quality, and fast track medicines efficiently.
Note: Travel may be required for this role.
Equal Opportunity & AI in Hiring
Abzena is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, fostering an inclusive culture across all roles, from hiring to career development.
As part of our AI-assisted hiring process:
- AI tools assist with resume scanning, analytical filtering, and inconsistency checks—helping attract talent effectively.
- Human judgment remains paramount in all selection decisions; AI supports but never replaces fairness and objectivity.
- For clarity on how data is processed, or assistance with accessibility needs, please reach out.
Your future matters: let’s bring more treatments to patients. Apply here to help us deliver the next breakthrough.
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