Business Development Operations Manager

Bishop & Company is partnering with a growing Hawaii-based organization to identify a Business Development Operations Manager who will play a critical role in supporting business growth. This is a highly visible position that offers extensive exposure to executives, key stakeholders, clients, and project leaders. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership on strategic initiatives, business development efforts, proposal pursuits, and operational improvements.

For someone with ambition, initiative, and a desire to make a meaningful impact, this position offers a clear pathway toward increased responsibility and future leadership opportunities.

Support business development efforts from opportunity identification through proposal submission and contract award. Partner with Account Executives to advance sales activities, manage active pursuits, and support client relationship efforts. Lead the coordination and development of RFPs, RFIs, qualifications packages, and proposal submissions. Work closely with project managers, technical experts, executives, finance, and operations teams to deliver high-quality, compliant submissions. Develop and manage schedules, deadlines, and pursuit activities to ensure successful outcomes.

Create reports, dashboards, forecasts, and metrics that support business decisions and growth initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and strengthen business development operations. Support strategic initiatives that help the organization expand its presence within the government and technology sectors.

We're seeking someone who is energized by challenges, enjoys taking ownership, and isn't afraid to step outside their comfort zone.

Take initiative and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.

Bring strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Communicate effectively with executives, project managers, clients, and senior stakeholders.

Feel confident presenting information and recommendations to leadership.

Perform well under pressure while balancing competing priorities and tight deadlines.

Build strong working relationships across teams and with external partners.

Support business development activities, proposal efforts, and client engagement initiatives.

Help drive process improvements and new ideas that contribute to organizational growth.

Understand or be excited to learn how to operate within a government and technology-focused environment.

Be adaptable, resourceful, and eager to learn.

Bring a positive, solutions-oriented mindset and a willingness to take ownership of results.

5+ years of experience in business development operations, proposal management, sales operations, project coordination, capture support, or a related field.

Experience managing multiple projects, pursuits, proposals, or competing priorities simultaneously.

Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.

Experience with CRM systems, pipeline management, forecasting, and reporting.

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

Ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders.

Government contracting, public sector, technology, consulting, engineering, or professional services environments.

RFP and proposal development experience.

Business development reporting, forecasting, and analytics.

PMP, CAPM, APMP, or similar professional certifications.

This is more than a proposal management or sales operations role. It is an opportunity to become a trusted partner to leadership, contribute to strategic growth initiatives, and build the skills necessary for future leadership positions. You'll gain exposure to executive decision-making, business development strategy, government procurement, technology consulting, client engagement, and organizational growth initiatives while making a direct impact on the success of the business.

Location:

Downtown Honolulu, Hawaii

Schedule:

Full-Time, On-Site Compensation: $80,000-$90,000, commensurate with experience