About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Delivery & Proposal Manager to lead the development and coordination of complex pre‑ and post‑award proposals within our Contract & Proposal Development function. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert (SME), partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure high-quality, competitive, and operationally sound proposal submissions across large and high‑value opportunities.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, deep understanding of RFP processes, and the ability to navigate and influence within a matrixed organization.

Key Responsibilities

Proposal & Budget Management

• Review and manage high‑complexity RFPs from initial request through work order completion.
• Oversee day‑to‑day budget development activities for large, complex proposals.
• Ensure proposals meet operational requirements and remain cost-competitive.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams and stakeholders involved in proposal development.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in requirements; ensure alignment across teams.
• Participate in strategy, challenge, and sign‑off discussions to shape proposal & budget direction.

Quality & Process Excellence

• Conduct quality control reviews of relevant proposal materials; contribute to peer reviews.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with internal proposal development processes and policies.

Leadership & Expertise

• Act as an SME on relevant proposal processes, offering guidance and support to colleagues.
• Build strong internal relationships and provide mentoring as needed.
• Potentially act as Team Lead/Task Leader for selected projects.

Required Skills & Experience

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in proposals, contracting, or a similar operational function (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience in a similar role within a CRO or related industry.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong understanding of the CRO industry and proposal lifecycle.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical capabilities and ability to interpret RFPs and protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain effective working relationships.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.