At REDspace, our team's diversity makes us stronger. We encourage and embrace applications from BIPOC, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities, and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.

Proposal Manager

REDspace is a custom software development company. We build cutting-edge streaming platforms and user experiences that are transforming the media & entertainment industry for clients such as WarnerMedia, ViacomCBS, Sony, and IBM. Leveraging our extensive, world-class experience, we help transform other industries by integrating existing systems with consumer media innovations and emerging technologies such as video, voice, mobile, and machine learning.

Our Proposal Manager will play a critical role in driving the growth and success of our company, offering a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment while delivering innovative software solutions to elite customers. As our Proposal Manager, you'll shape our success by overseeing the development of compelling proposals and supporting our sales and marketing efforts. If you have a keen eye for detail, exceptional communication skills, and a knack for driving results, we want you on our team!

This role is a hybrid (3 days a week) role, based out of our office in Bedford, NS.

About the Role.

• Lead the proposal management process, working closely with the Project Manager (PM) and Business Development (BD) to support program cost and pricing development in accordance with company policies.
• Provide essential support to the PM or BD team in client relationship management.
• Collaborate with leadership, PM, BD, technical, and support staff to ensure proposals reflect the best technical, management, and price positioning.

• Ensure all compliance rules are met and achieve proposal production objectives within scheduled time frames for 100% on-time delivery.
• Develop and lead the Bid Review process, including risk evaluation, and ensure bid/no-bid rationale is consistently applied.

• Curate and manage a library of proposal content, including templates for re-use, with effective tagging and retrieval tools.
• Continuously improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of Sales and Proposal Development processes.
• Collect and provide feedback on sales and market effectiveness to drive continuous performance improvement.

• Assist leadership with event management, marketing campaigns, internal/external communications, and other related initiatives.

Skills/Experience.

• Post-secondary education in business, marketing, communications, or related fields. A combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of proposal management experience, preferably in a technology environment.
• Experience in proposal writing, technical documentation, and sales support within a similar-sized company.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with proposal management tools and processes, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Working knowledge of relevant applications (e.g., Google Suite, Apollo, etc). Experience with proposal management software (e.g., Qvidian, Proposify) is a plus.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Expertise in process and project coordination.
• Experience in formal or informal process improvement.
• Proficiency in sales and marketing support activities, including lead generation and targeted writing.
• Experience in cost forecasting and control.
• Effective risk analysis experience.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for providing service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality proposals on tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a dedication to continuous improvement and professional growth.

Bonus Points.

• Experience in the media industry or working with media clients.

Working at REDspace.

One of the big plus sides of working at REDspace is we look out for you.

Your well-being. We offer:

• Fully company-funded health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage with access to an online doctor
• Pension plan contribution matching
• Healthy living allowance

Your career. We're invested in your growth. We offer:

• Annual professional development allowance
• Bi-weekly and monthly Project and Tech shares
• Annual salary and performance reviews

Your happiness. You'll enjoy coming to work every day. We offer:

• A flexible work environment with remote work options, in office opportunities or a mixed approach
• Financial relocation assistance
• Social and team building events
• Charitable donation matching

At REDspace, our team's diversity makes us stronger.

Different backgrounds, talents, skills, experiences, and perspectives strengthen our business and the communities in which we work and live. We are committed to growing and cultivating an inclusive environment that enables knowledge sharing and collaboration—empowering our employees to be their best.

We hire based on merit and skill and make all employment-related and hiring decisions regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or indigenous origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, or Veteran status.

Where to find us!

168-1595 Bedford Hwy

Bedford NS, Canada B4A 3Y4

This position is based out of our Bedford office. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. We appreciate your interest in REDspace.

*Please note, only candidates who meet the requirements of the role will be contacted