Proposal Manager (U.S.)

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Proposal Manager to lead the full proposal development process, from early coordination through final submission. In this role, you’ll bring structure, clarity, and momentum to proposals that support our strategic goals and growth. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to shape strong, compliant, and compelling submissions while keeping timelines, pricing, and quality on track.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys collaboration, organization, and turning complex information into clear, well-structured proposals.

Location: Onsite, Bothell, WA
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Compensation Range: $94,000 – $129,250

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of proposals from start to finish.

• Develop pricing for company services and products in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Work with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and write, edit, and format proposal content.

• Ensure proposals meet all customer or funding requirements and are submitted on time.

• Plan and lead proposal development meetings, assigning tasks and tracking progress.

• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams and external partners during proposal activities.

• Mentor associate proposal managers and share best practices in proposal development.

• Review and refine proposal content to ensure clarity, consistency, and technical accuracy.

• Maintain organized records of proposal activities, submissions, and feedback.

• Track proposal outcomes and perform win/loss analysis.

• Provide regular updates and status reports to senior management on proposal performance.

Leadership Skills

• Continuously develops skills and incorporates learning into daily work.

• Understands the impact of their work and looks for ways to improve over time.

• Keeps the customer in focus while delivering high-quality results on time.

• Works collaboratively as a team player and contributes positively to team culture.

• Partners effectively across functions and departments.

• Builds and maintains strong expertise within the proposal management discipline.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in biotechnology, molecular biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in drug development, preferably within a CDMO environment.

• Experience managing proposal processes involving multiple stakeholders.

• Ability to manage several projects at once and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in team settings.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Interest in learning and growing within proposal management.

• Solid understanding of biotechnology concepts and scientific terminology.

Preferred

• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM tools.

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe. 

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.  Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.