Proposal Operations Manager

Join us on a journey of endless possibilities

At Strada, possibility isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact.

With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you’ll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter.

Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best.

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THE ROLE

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of the proposalmanagement function

• Liaison with sales,solutionsand sales analytics tomaintaina pipeline ofcurrent and upcoming opportunities with proposalrequirements.Analysis of the proposal landscape per geography, solution line or similar to uncover potential opportunities.

• To ensure that adequate pre-proposal work is carried out onthe majority ofproposals,identifyingkey customer needs and positioning win themes within thesubmittedcontent.

• To ensure proposal responses adhere to Strada’s qualification standards andopportunity compliance milestones

• To act as a reviewer and quality assurance on proposals prior to submission

• To ensure that the knowledge management function provides strong, winning content to both proposal team members and externallyfacilitatedteams.

• To ensurewin:lossdebriefs are carried out on closed proposal projects topromote a culture of continuous improvement.

Mentoring,leadershipand management

• Linemanagement of a team of Proposal Managers, ensuring strong personnel administration and professional development are in place

• To mentor junior team members (or oversee mentoring) to ensure thatsupport is available as needed.

• To embed a culture of professional development within the team, aligned with Global Bid Team and market best practice standards

• To support the Director of Global Bids & Proposals in setting clear,achievableand challenging goals within the proposal operations function.

Budget,reportingandimprovement

• To support the Director of Global Bids & Proposals inidentifyingand managing the budget for proposal management resources, tools, systems, training,consultancyanddevelopment.

• To report regularly to Strada sales,solutionand business leadership on Proposal Effectiveness.This should include (as minimum)Win:Lossrates and reasons,attainmenttoannual goals,revenueandpotentialsforimprovement within the process.

• To develop and deliver training, both inside the Global Bid Management team and out to external stakeholders

• Tomaintaina process library describing core proposal andknowledgeprocess documentation.

• To take part in the wider Sales Operations and Stradabusiness improvement catalogue as needed.

Stakeholder management

• Tomaintaina portfolio of stakeholder engagementchannels to ensure that Proposal Management is embedded in sales pipeline and wider Strada business operations

• To act as anescalationpoint within ProposalOperations

• Toactively engage with a network of Strada (and external) business stakeholders as needed tomonitorthe health and potential of Strada Proposals

Line management of the Knowledge management function

• Responsibilities for the Knowledge Management function (accuracy,timelinessand availability of content, as well as proposal administration) reportintothe Manager of Proposal Operations through line management of the Knowledge Management lead.

REQUIREMENTS

At Strada, our values guide everything we do:

• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.

• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.

• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.

• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.

• Care About Our Work – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

Benefits

At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more.

All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You’ll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We actively support the advancement of underrepresented groups and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you’re applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.

Please note: This job description does not limit Strada’s right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.