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Director, Proposals/Rfis

8-12 years
Not Disclosed
10 July 8, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Director, Proposals/RFIs – Remote (USA)

Job Summary:
Syneos Health is hiring a Director, Proposals/RFIs to lead proposal development and strategic pricing initiatives for its biopharmaceutical services division. This fully remote role is ideal for experienced pharma professionals with leadership experience in clinical trial proposal management, budget oversight, and client engagement. Drive global proposal operations that support life-saving therapies from lab to market.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage cross-functional proposal teams supporting clinical development, medical affairs, and commercialization

  • Set vision and strategic objectives for proposal operations; oversee departmental workflows and resource allocation

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the proposals team and internal/external stakeholders

  • Supervise, mentor, and develop team members; handle recruitment, training, and performance reviews

  • Ensure timely, high-quality proposal submissions aligned with global regulatory and client expectations

  • Direct proposal defense and budget justification meetings with clients as needed

  • Drive continuous process improvements and contribute to innovative proposal methodologies

  • Provide strategic oversight for large-scale, high-priority, or key client proposals

  • Represent the proposals function in internal leadership and cross-functional process improvement initiatives

  • Manage compliance with corporate policies, local regulations, and departmental SOPs

  • Deliver department progress and KPI reports to senior management


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, or life sciences (MBA or MS preferred)

  • Significant pharmaceutical/CRO industry experience in proposal management or related roles

  • Proven leadership experience, including line management and cross-functional collaboration

  • Strong understanding of clinical operations and global clinical trial processes

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with proposal tools and systems

  • Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills

  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven, matrixed environment


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary (varies based on qualifications and experience)

  • Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick leave policies

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Company car or car allowance (if applicable)

  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance

  • Inclusive and diverse workplace supporting professional growth


Company Description:

Syneos Health® is a global biopharmaceutical solutions organization supporting clinical development, medical affairs, and commercialization. With operations in 110 countries and over 29,000 employees, we’ve contributed to 94% of all novel FDA-approved drugs in the past 5 years.


Work Mode: Remote (USA only)
Travel: Up to 25%
Visa Sponsorship: Not available


Take the Lead in Global Pharma Innovation

If you're an experienced leader in proposals or pricing within clinical research or pharma, apply today to join Syneos Health and help bring life-saving therapies to patients around the world.