Senior Proposal Manager

As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will work in a high-impact, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and be responsible for leading complex proposal response efforts for prospective and existing customers globally. You will manage highly visible and strategic Requests for Proposals (e.g., RFIs, RFPs, RFQs), driving cross-functional collaboration, pursuit readiness, proposal quality, and strategic alignment throughout the proposal lifecycle. 

This role requires advanced communication, writing, organizational, strategic thinking, and project management skills, along with the ability to influence stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and lead complex pursuits under pressure. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong business judgment, proposal management expertise, competitive awareness, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor and mentor within the Proposal Management team. You will play a key role in supporting proposal effectiveness, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the function. 

• 7+ years experience in a similar role in a fast-paced, high volume proposal writing environment. 
• Direct experience in high-tech industry is preferred. 
• A work ethic that thrives in a fast-paced, high volume proposal writing environment. 
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to develop compelling, strategically aligned, audience-focused proposal responses and executive-level communications. 
• Proven ability to develop processes and content to support new business areas and growth. 
• APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification or equivalent. 
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Salesforce, Adobe applications, and proposal automation software. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply and promote AI-enabled tools and evolving proposal management best practices to improve proposal quality, team effectiveness, operational efficiency, and pursuit outcomes. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines 
• Experience writing proposals for education or other key verticals an asset. 

At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life. While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L:

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our SkillsWave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for SkillsWave-related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices Spaces at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne offices.

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Business, Technical Writing, English, Communications, or Journalism

This posting is for an existing vacancy