Senior Proposal Associate - Pricing - Serbia/Bulgaria - Remote

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What the Senior Proposal Associate, Pricing does at Worldwide Clinical Trials

The Senior Proposal Associate, Pricing, works with cross-functional contributors to develop high-quality and compelling pricing solutions that align with operational strategy and technical approach. This role is responsible for Request for Proposal (RFP)s and supplemental documents for single or multiple service/region clinical development protocols or programs. This position will ensure all pricing solutions align appropriately with the operational strategy and are completed within appropriate timelines and quality standards.

What you will do

• Respond to RFPs and Request for Information (RFI)s, develop bids for proposals, presentations, and other materials that support the Business Development organization

• Review and learn to challenge input from Subject Matter Experts (SME)s to ensure pricing strategy is fit for purpose and complements the overall operational delivery strategy

• Review pricing metrics to ensure cross-therapeutic consistency

• Work with Account Directors, Clinical and Operational teams to integrate pricing solutions into complete proposals

• Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, implementation, reviews, and approvals

• Function as a focal point for the collection of pricing information from various sources

• Work with SMEs to gather information on pricing solutions

• Respond to routine inquiries in a timely and professional manner

• Obtain assistance to resolve non-routine and complex inquiries

• Other duties as requested or assigned by supervisor

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
 

What you will bring to the role

• Moderate understanding of the proposal development process, budgeting, and the overall business organization and functional areas, and commercial strategy

• Knowledge of the Clinical Research Organization (CRO)/Pharmaceutical industry,

• Knowledge of sales support activities as well as a strong understanding of study design, project management, and operational requirements for successful study implementation

• Moderate pricing skills and ability to compose summaries for the completion of clinical development programs / project-specific strategic overviews

• Moderate analytical skills, oral and written communications, strong attention to detail, prioritization, and time management proficiencies

• Strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, and changing environment

• Moderate ability to handle multiple tasks and many details in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
  Excellent self-motivation skills

• Proficiency in all MS-Office applications with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Your experience

• Strong customer relationship management skills and strong commercial acumen

• Ability to work in a high-pressure/ time-sensitive environment, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Moderate negotiation skills and demonstrated drive for results

• Ability to build peer relationships and effective teams with demonstrated global and cultural awareness

• Minimum two to three years’ experience in CRO/Pharmaceutical industry or similar preferred

• Ability to work with limited supervision

• Exposure to high levels of pressure; intense concentration needed

• Must be able to multitask constantly

• Frequent interaction with clients /associates required

• Long, varied hours required occasionally

• Travel required on rare occasions

Promotion to the next level is not automatic based on years of experience. Employees are evaluated on proven competency, level of responsibility, and ability to work independently.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. 

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Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.