Proposal Manager at Konica Minolta Business Solutions in Ramsey, New Jersey

Job Description:

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc., a global Fortune 1000 company and one of Forbes 2017 America's Best Large Employers, is transforming the way we all do business.

From smart office technology and information management to cloud, mobility and IT services, we have a rich history of creating the products and services necessary to drive innovation and make work possible from anywhere at any time. Our award-winning products and solutions help companies around the world move information faster, improve quality and productivity, enhance security and facilitate the sharing of information. We are proud that our portfolio leads the industry while exceeding environmental standards.

At Konica Minolta, you'll work for an amazing technology company with growth opportunities, great benefits and talented, passionate co-workers.

Position Objective

Main responsibilities will include leading and managing the proposal team responsible for Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) development. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for implementing and managing the process for all company new business proposals and support the business development team and sales team in the creation of all sales proposals. This person will be responsible for effectively communicating with all departments and subject matter experts to support all phases of the proposal process.

Essential Job Functions

* Lead proposal efforts to ensure key initiatives and strategies align with the priorities of KMBS

* Interface with product marketing, legal, service, sales and various groups within the organization to produce customer ready proposals while providing competitive positioning strategy to produce a winning proposal

* Review requests for proposals (RFPs) and request for information (RFIs), as required

* Support long-term strategy development including methods and approaches to achieve company new business objectives and will provide status to the Director of Proposal & Business Development

* Ensure effective communication within the bid response team and with other key stakeholders

* Provide mentoring to bid response team members as necessary

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

* Must have extensive project management experience and the ability to manage the bid response team to meet the customer specified due dates

* Strong leadership skills to engage and motivate a diverse group of employees

* Strong interpersonal skills, communication and written skills.

* Ability and confidence to interact with all levels and executive management.

* Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Experience, Educational Reqts and Certifications

* Bachelor's Degree (prior industry experience) or equivalent work experience

* Minimum of 2 years management/supervisory experience required.

* Broad knowledge and experience with all phases of bid and proposal development in the copier or related industry required.

* In-depth knowledge of RFP/RFI, bid and pricing development.

* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office.

Konica Minolta Offers:

• Outstanding benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, life insurance)


• 401(k) plan with matching company contribution


• Generous holiday and paid time off schedules


• Ongoing professional development training


• Visible, exciting work supporting sales of cutting edge technology and workflow solutions.

Join Konica Minolta and help drive innovation as we transform the Workplace of the Future.

Konica Minolta is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or partnership status, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.