Sr Proposal Associate

Sr Proposal Associate

Labcorp is seeking a Sr Proposal Associate to join our team in Shanghai China.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists Client Service Managers (CSMs) with managing various aspects of quote, proposal and RFI development
• Manages various aspects of quote, proposal and RFI development for assigned transactional clients; adhering to agreed-upon BU-specific and enterprise-wide proposal and pricing processes (i.e. collating data, following-up with other departments, etc)
• Establishes clear timelines to meet client requirements and anticipates obstacles and provides solutions
• Develops appropriate knowledge of the technical and regulatory environments
• Assists in identifying and resolving issues around client inquiry requirements and Covance capabilities
• Reviews RFP/quote requests to ensure initial understanding of client requirements
• Works with Operations, Finance, Account Executives and others to compile proposal text and/or price response
• Ensures timely and consistent delivery of assigned proposals to clients
• Performs data entry into SFDC, CMS, and other databases, as appropriate (e.g. updates, proposal number requests and generating both regularly scheduled and impromptu reports)
• Contact clients with standard inquiries (i.e. clarifying baseline RFP/quote information, proposal delivery logistics, etc)
• Contributes to assigned process improvement projects and supports implementation when needed

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Biology, Pharmacy, Nursing), Business (e.g., Management, Marketing).

• 2 or more years of direct CRO/pharma experience.
• 3 months or more experience in a scientific or logistics environment.
• Proficiency in English.

• Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact
• Demonstrated computer skills - requires excellent MS Office experience (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize
• Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work independently
• Knowledge of other software applications (i.e. SFDC) preferred
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with clients and internal partners
• Positive attitude and sense of urgency