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Proposal Manager, Pre-Contract (Industrial & Supply Chain)
full-time•Franklin
About this role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About the Role: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Proposal Manager, Pre-Contract (Industrial & Supply Chain), you’ll help drive the success of DCS’s project bids and proposals. You’ll apply project management skills to coordinate internal teams, manage timelines, and keep proposal efforts moving from early concept through final submission.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This role sits within the Pre-Contract team and is ideal if you enjoy organizing complex work, working across teams, and bringing structure to fast-moving, deadline-driven environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Be Doing</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Own and manage proposal and bidding timelines across multiple internal teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead internal meetings to align on progress, risks, open items, and changes in strategy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Guide teams through defined process stages, reviews, and approvals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate multiple proposal efforts at the same time while balancing shifting priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure proposal activities align with overall win strategy and adjust approach as needed.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Facilitate issue resolution during solution development and proposal execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide clear progress updates and status reporting to leadership.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with cross-functional teams to support the development of accurate, compliant, and high-quality proposals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who You Are</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">You have a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of experience in project management, project execution, or a related role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You understand industrial or supply chain environments and common facility standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You’re comfortable managing multiple projects with different timelines and levels of complexity.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You’re highly organized and able to identify, manage, and escalate risks, issues, and scope changes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You can confidently initiate and guide cross-functional teams in response to customer updates or evolving requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You communicate clearly with both project teams and senior leaders, including preparing status updates.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You’re proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working within structured project processes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You bring a calm, collaborative leadership style and set clear expectations while holding teams accountable.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You work well independently and thrive in team-based environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You adapt easily to change and adjust quickly as priorities, timelines, and processes evolve.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">You’re proactive about identifying internal improvement opportunities and supporting process enhancements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em><span data-teams="true">This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned as needed, and responsibilities may evolve to support the business and employee experience.</span></em></span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About Us: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Conveyor may be in our name, but it’s only part of what we do. DCS was founded in 1982 and has grown to serve major clients in multiple industries by providing material handling, full-scale warehouse operations and conveyor design solutions that are custom crafted for their need. We don’t sell ready-made systems - we build relationships that empower us to craft custom solutions together. It’s the teamwork approach, sharing ideas and building upon them, that produces the best results. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">And DCS is committed to creating an extraordinary employment experience for our team. We work like crazy to hire and develop great people, build relationships, and ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business- from a killer snack wall and casual work environment to flexible PTO and opportunities to give back within the community.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">More reasons to join our team: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">We pride ourselves in our family-like culture and casual, but focused, work environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">We offer competitive salaries and health benefits </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Our 401K program includes a 100% match up to 5% </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Participation in our Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">We offer our employees flexibility and autonomy </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">We do community outreach projects throughout the year </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">We know how to throw company events </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":360,"335559731":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">We work hard, but we also know how to have fun - darts, anyone?</span></li>
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<p><em><span data-contrast="none">Individuals seeking employment at Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. Please let us know if you need accommodation.</span></em><span data-contrast="none"> </span></p>
What you'll do
- The Proposal Manager will own and manage proposal and bidding timelines while coordinating multiple internal teams. They will lead meetings to align on progress and facilitate issue resolution during proposal execution.
About Designed Conveyor Systems
Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS), founded in 1982, is a brand-agnostic systems integrator that provides custom full-scale warehouse designs and software solutions. DCS is based in Franklin, Tennessee, and utilizes consulting, engineering design, project management, installation services, and client support to ensure customers can keep their promises to deliver on time.
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What does a Proposal Manager, Pre-Contract (Industrial & Supply Chain) do at Designed Conveyor Systems?
As a Proposal Manager, Pre-Contract (Industrial & Supply Chain) at Designed Conveyor Systems, you will: the Proposal Manager will own and manage proposal and bidding timelines while coordinating multiple internal teams. They will lead meetings to align on progress and facilitate issue resolution during proposal execution..
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The Proposal Manager, Pre-Contract (Industrial & Supply Chain) position at Designed Conveyor Systems is based in Franklin, Tennessee, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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