Location: Remote
About Us:
VivSoft is an emerging technology company specializing in Cloud, Enterprise DevSecOps, AI, and Digital Customer Experience to drive mission-enabling digital transformation. We build mission-focused, scalable solutions through a diverse team of strategists, engineers, and designers experienced in high-performance software and AI factory accelerators. VivSoft is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager to lead high-impact proposals for opportunities across federal, state and local agencies. In this fast-paced, collaborative role, you will orchestrate end-to-end proposal development and ensure compliant, timely submissions.
Job Summary:
As a Proposal Manager, your expertise in proposal strategy, compliance, and team leadership will be pivotal in securing contracts with top-tier agencies such as the U.S. Department of Defense, CMS, and HHS. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where you'll work alongside a diverse team of innovators to deliver competitive, high-quality proposals. At VivSoft, continuous learning is key, with opportunities to explore emerging technologies like Generative AI and MLOps. With remote work flexibility and a focus on innovation, you’ll thrive in a role where your contributions have a lasting impact. Join us and drive the future of digital transformation!
Key Responsibilities:-
Leads end-to-end proposal development, and fully accountable for 100% compliance, timely delivery, and strategic alignment with business objectives.
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Proactively partners with Solutions and Capture teams to shape compelling, customer-focused messaging with integrated win themes across proposal volumes
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Leads high-performance proposal operations, including kickoff meetings, daily stand-ups, and milestone reviews, ensuring team alignment and accountability.
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Owns proposal architecture, including the rapid development of effective, compliant outlines; creation of templates, compliance matrices, and quality control protocols.
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Facilitates color reviews and final QA, ensuring proposals are polished, compelling, and strategically positioned to win.
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Manages final production and submission, overseeing all aspects of delivery and post-submission follow-up.
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Maintains proposal assets and knowledge base, contributing to continuous improvement and organizational readiness.
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Performs additional strategic duties in support of business development and growth initiatives.
Skills Required:-
Bachelor’s degree
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Proven success supporting small business growth in federal contracting and managing proposals over $5M
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5+ years of proposal management experience supporting federal, state, or local opportunities, including compliance, writing/editing, color reviews, and final submission
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Exceptional time management and organizational skills; adept at juggling multiple priorities, balancing competing deadlines, and maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced, remote environments.
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Proven knowledge and experience in supporting efforts to elevate proposal quality, optimize evaluation scores, and contribute to increased win rates
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Proficiency in Shipley methodologies and industry best practices
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Exceptional written and verbal communication, editing, and interpersonal skills
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Proficient in market research tools: GovWinIQ, eBuy, SAM.gov, FPDS
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Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, desktop publishing and AI tools
Desired skills:-
Experience with developing oral presentations.
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Interest in learning new and emerging technology trends.
Benefits:-
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Visions Plans (Healthcare benefits are 100% employer-paid for employees only)
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Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
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401K Retirement Plan with employer match
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Professional Development Training Reimbursement
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Flexible/remote work schedules
Salary Range: $135,000 - $140,000 annually
