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K2M Design is looking for positive contributors to our culture, that are passionate about meeting the demanding needs of our clients, and add value and impact through expertise - all in turn contributing to the growth of K2M.
If you are a Proposal Manager, with experience working on public proposals and pursuits for municipal, county, state, and federal entities and believe in Building Relationships Based on Trust and Results - we need you! Position is located in any of K2M's office locations, or fully remote for the right candidate.
K2M is looking for an individual contributor to lead proposal development with a small in house marketing team - read on if you love chasing the wins!
Competencies:
- Competitive. Motivated to win!
- Strong Communicator. Effective and persuasive at written, editing, and communicating for internal & external deliverables.
- Team player. Collaborates with team members to establish working relationships throughout Company.
- Natural leader. Advances initiatives and builds consensus across the entire organization in Go Forward strategies. Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
- Creative. Content creator and idea generator with the ability to develop new and innovative approaches to problems. Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude.
- Detail Oriented. Does not let important details slip through the cracks. Plans, organizes, schedules, and budgets in an efficient, productive manner. Focuses on key priorities.
- Adaptable. Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions while maintaining stable performance.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for leading the proposal process, including the creation, organization, development, and production of proposals and other formally requested customer and/or market-initiated information.
- Provides technical writing, technical editing, production coordination, document management, and content development of proposal documentation through final production.
- Researches background materials and interprets proposal requirements to prepare responses.
- Produce writing and other content creation tasks for the sales and marketing teams, including marketing materials, proposals, web site, social media, and general business communications.
- Prepares proposals and presentations by developing go to market content strategies in deliverable material with market leaders.
- Maintaining databases for branding, proposal / marketing content and standard components, such as company information, resumes, project experience sheets, and services.
- Assist with the application and submittal to design competitions and other types of company awards.
We are looking for positive contributors to our culture , that are passionate about meeting the demanding needs of our clients, and add value and impact through expertise - all in turn contributing to the growth of K2M.
K2M's Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive Pay: Profit based bonus plan, matched 401k plan
- Time off: 10 paid annual holidays, plus Open PTO to balance work and life
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental and vision benefits, plus life and short term disability
- Empowered People: a fundamental principle built into our business, flexible schedule, casual work environment, contagious accountability
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University with a background in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations.
- (10+) years’ work experience writing and developing proposals.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud programs. Indesign a must.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and O365 Programs.
- Aptitude for learning new programs.
- Experience working on public proposals.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior proposal manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of proposal development and management experience in a relevant industry
- Demonstrated experience responding to federal or commercial RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs
- Proficiency with proposal management tools such as Loopio, Qvidian, or RFPIO
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines
- APMP Foundation or Professional certification preferred by many government contractors
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Senior Proposal Manager Job Search
Quantify your win rates and volume
Proposal managers who list the number of proposals managed per year and the percentage of bids that moved to contract stand out immediately. Recruiters in government contracting especially look for this data, so pull it from your records before you apply.
Tailor your resume to the contract vehicle
Federal roles often require familiarity with specific vehicles like GSA schedules or IDIQ contracts. If you have that background, name the contract types explicitly on your resume rather than describing duties generically. Vague language costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior proposal manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by compliance requirement
Some senior proposal manager roles require a clearance or experience with FAR and DFARS compliance. Search for those terms in listings before applying so you're not surprised by hard requirements during a screening call.
Prepare a proposal sample or excerpt
Hiring managers in proposal management routinely ask for writing samples or a redacted executive summary. Have a sanitized excerpt ready before your first interview, specifically a section you personally wrote or substantially revised.
Negotiate on timeline flexibility, not just pay
Proposal work is deadline-driven, so ask directly about surge periods, expected after-hours volume, and whether the team uses color review cycles. Understanding the rhythm helps you evaluate offers beyond compensation and prevents early burnout.
Senior Proposal Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior proposal managers?
The companies hiring the most senior proposal managers right now include Lockheed Martin, Rocket Lab USA, and SOCOTEC, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and large professional services firms consistently represent the highest volume of postings.
How many senior proposal manager jobs are remote?
About 81% of senior proposal manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the business development field. Roles focused on commercial proposals and SaaS vendor responses tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring facility access or classified work are nearly always on-site.
How do you become a senior proposal manager?
Most senior proposal managers start as proposal writers or coordinators, build experience managing color team reviews and deadline-driven bid cycles, then move into full ownership of complex proposals. Earning an APMP certification signals professional commitment and is recognized across federal and commercial sectors. Demonstrating measurable win rates and cross-functional leadership accelerates the path to senior-level roles.
Can you get hired as a senior proposal manager with limited experience?
Breaking into a senior proposal manager role with limited direct experience is possible if you have a strong foundation in a related area such as technical writing, project management, or business development. Focusing on smaller firms or subcontractors gives you faster exposure to full proposal ownership. Building a portfolio of writing samples and volunteering to lead internal bid efforts on a current team helps bridge the experience gap.
What does the senior proposal manager interview process look like?
The interview process for a senior proposal manager role typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your proposal volume and industries covered, followed by a hiring manager interview that digs into your process for managing color reviews and deadline pressure. Many employers include a writing or editing exercise using a real or mock RFP section. Final rounds often involve meeting cross-functional stakeholders from capture, contracts, or technical teams.
Where can I find and apply to senior proposal manager jobs?
You can find and apply to senior proposal manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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