**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office **Job Description** **Job Responsibilities** + Analyze and review requests for proposals (RFP/TAQ) to ensure appropriate information is received for project costing, working closely with sales and operational teams. + Handle proposals throughout their entire life cycle, from initial RFP release through post-proposal submission. + Build technical proposal drafts that maintain a consistent voice, are efficiently structured, and visually appealing. Incorporate compelling proof points, such as tables, diagrams, and references, to substantiate key messages and differentiate us from competitors. + Attend and participate in client discussions to ensure alignment and accurate costing of technical aspects of the project. + Follow up with corporate, business development executives, and sites via Outbound Opportunity Review (OOR). + Prepare presentations for quotation analysis for all organizational levels using PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications. + Edit and update quote records in SalesForce.com. + Perform duties such as proofing, editing, document design/layout, and ensuring the accuracy of incoming data from site technical teams. Present finalized quotations to senior management for financial approval via Deal Summary Approvals. + Train junior staff and maintain day-to-day operations in the manager's absence. + Continuously implement practical process improvements and Just-Do-Its. **Job Requirements** + Bachelor degree in life science or finance background. + Professional contact with customers and in network colleagues. + Proven experience in handling complex RFP processes. + Strong technical writing and document design skills. + Outstanding skill in collaborating with different teams and collaborators. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint. + Experience with SalesForce.com is preferred. + Strong attention to detail and dedication to accuracy. + Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines strictly. + Strong Excel experience **Compensation and Benefits** The salary range estimated for this position based in North Carolina is $93,800.00–$140,675.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: + A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs + Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement + At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy + Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan + Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.