Proposal Developer 1 - Centurion at IQVIA

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic global business team responsible for developing budgets and proposals that support our Laboratory (IQVIA Laboratories) division.

The role offers a strong learning path and is ideal for someone who wants to grow into a world‑class business analyst. Strong communication skills and solid Excel knowledge are essential for success.

What You Will Do

As a Proposal Developer 1, you will support the global sales team by preparing high‑quality budgets, proposals, and related documentation.

Your key responsibilities include:

Proposal & Budget Development

• Review Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and extract all necessary information for proposal text and budget creation.
• Prepare proposal text, budgets, rebids, and supporting documents.
• Ensure all scopes of work are clear and that budgets accurately reflect project expectations.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with the proposal development team and assist other Proposal Developers when needed.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional internal stakeholders to develop and deliver high‑quality, compliant proposals.
• Join strategy calls to clarify customer requirements and identify inconsistencies in the provided information.

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

• Edit and review documents for quality and accuracy before final submission.
• Ensure all proposals follow relevant internal processes and compliance requirements.
• Update and maintain corporate databases and ensure all tracking reports contain accurate information.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and occasional customer meetings.

Additional Duties

• Support preliminary agreements and related scopes of work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the department.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

What You Bring

To be successful in this role, you should have:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in proposals, budgeting, or a similar role (or a combination of education and relevant experience).

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Understanding of costing models and the ability to interpret RFPs and study protocols.
• Familiarity with the CRO (Clinical Research Organization) industry is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, managers, and customers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.