Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONDesignation: Assistant Manager - Proposal Management (Discovery Biology)Job Location: BangaloreDepartment: CommercialAbout SyngeneIncorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development, and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods, and specialty chemical industries worldwide. Syngene\'s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA, and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market, and lower the cost of innovation. The Proposal Management team plays a crucial role in securing new business opportunities by efficiently preparing and presenting compelling project proposals to potential clients.Job Purpose: The role will contribute to creating and delivering quality proposals in the Discovery Biology Business Unit.Key Responsibilities:

• Take complete end-to-end responsibility for the quality of proposals submitted in the Discovery Biology space, taking cognizance of the scope and time commitments.
• He will be accountable for the timely delivery of high-quality proposals to the business development team.
• Work with the technical & business development teams to create competitive pricing.
• Work on the request for information and response to be submitted to the customer.
• Take inputs on the scope of work, assumptions, and effort from the technical business unit team.
• Liaises with third-party vendors for quotations or information as and where required.
• Update the deal tracker on the status of the deals being worked on.
• Coordinate execution of contractual agreements on time.
• Help transition newly awarded deals to the project management team.
• Contribute to the content library by submitting new content or updates to existing content using the official content submission process.
• Follow workplace environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements, ensuring individual and lab/plant safety.
• Ensure environment, health, and safety (EHS) measures are imparted via training and adhered to within the team.

Educational Qualification:

• M.Tech/Master\'s degree in Biotechnology or Life Sciences, MBA desirable

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Good knowledge and experience working in the Discovery Biology services space
• Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and ability to get the task accomplished in a time-bound manner
• Demonstrated computer skills - requiring Microsoft Office experience (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of pre-sales/proposal management function
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, multi-task, and prioritize; demonstrate teamwork, excellent English communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with internal stakeholders, clients, and Syngene senior management
• Possess the knowledge and exposure to environment, health, and safety (EHS) practices.

Experience:

• 6-10 years experience in Pharma Contract Research Organization (CRO/CDMO) with inclination to the commercial aspect of business and experience in Proposal/Project management or Pre-sales function.

Behavioral Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Team management
• Pro-active team working capability

Equal Opportunity Employer:It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status about public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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