[Remote] Senior Manager, Business Development

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BME Strategies is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm specializing in public health programs for government partners. They are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to expand their reach and deepen partnerships with public agencies across the country by identifying opportunities and managing proposal responses.

Responsibilities

• Lead opportunity tracking across multiple states and municipalities using platforms like BidPrime and state/municipal portals
• Manage the full capture lifecycle - research, qualification, partner engagement, and win strategy
• Serve as lead proposal manager across multiple RFPs and RFQs, coordinating internal and external teams
• Own the proposal calendar and ensure timely, high-quality submissions
• Draft and/or edit technical and non-technical proposal sections, including capability statements, staffing, past performance, and cover letters
• Develop internal tools, templates, and BD trackers to support an efficient, scalable pipeline
• Lead knowledge management efforts, including organizing previous submissions and maintaining boilerplate content
• Support staff and consultants in understanding BD processes and contributing to proposals
• Coordinate with partners, subcontractors, and subject-matter experts to compile and vet proposal materials
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize target markets and agencies for strategic expansion

Skills

• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in business development and/or proposal management, required, including 4 or more years in public health, consulting, or state/local government contracting
• Master's degree in Public Health or a related field
• Minimum 5 years client-facing experience, including 2 or more in project leadership roles
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Demonstrated success managing proposals to state, municipal, or public health agencies
• Excellent organizational, communication, and writing/editing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and proposal collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Smartsheet, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-service mindset
• An alignment with BME's shared values
• People management experience preferred

Benefits

• 6+ weeks total leave, including paid vacation, sick time, personal leave, and floating holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with 75% employer-paid coverage for the employee & 50% employer-paid coverage for dependents
• Health FSA and dependent care FSA
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• One-time technology stipend
• And opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Annual bonus opportunity, dependent upon individual and firm performance

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