Client Proposal Representative

Job Overview

Work with sales and operations to coordinate and execute the provision of statements of work to clients while ensuring that all information and documents are put into centralized databases and repositories.

• Serve as the primary interface for clients to gather appropriate information regarding proposals, pricing, etc.
• Ensure all required legal documents are in place.
• Coordinate communications with sales, project management, scientific staff, and clients to provide information regarding Proposals/SOWs.
• Writing/review of quotes and Proposals/Statements of Work (SOW) for all clients and liaising with Sales and Biologics Agents and Partners to ensure Proposals/SOWs are technically accurate, priced correctly, and delivered in a timely manner.
• Follow up with clients and the field and inside sales teams to ensure that proposals are complete and answer their needs.
• Participate in multi-site bid processes to ensure seamless presentation to clients.
• May attend trade shows on behalf of site to develop potential new business and present capabilities information to trade show attendees.
• Serve as backup for Sales Team, as required.
• Assist with updating, maintaining, and pulling reports from applicable databases.
• Create and maintain department files.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in overtime as is reasonably required for the successful completion of your role.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent in science, business or marketing related discipline. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Experience in a contract research and/or pharmaceutical setting preferred.
• Other:
  Capable of working with a minimum of supervision, able to handle multiple tasks, and effectively prioritize based on departmental goals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Organizational skills and attention to detail required. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Ability to work effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines. Understanding of business/sales process required.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 – $24.00 per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Benefits may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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