As the Director of Project Proposals, you will lead and coordinate the proposal development process for Systems and Software Projects in Europe.

This position requires strategic thinking, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling proposals that align with the organization's goals and objectives.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Team Leadership: Build and guide a team of proposal engineers and experts, fostering a goal-oriented environment. Guide and mentor team members, aligning with sales leaders to set proposal strategies.

• Proposal Development: Manage the entire proposal process, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with client requirements. Collaborate with various teams to gather information, review content, and develop pricing strategies.

• Strategy and Planning: Ensure strategic solutions and tailor proposals to client requirements. Work with collaborators to understand requirements and drive the team accordingly. Create and maintain standards, schedules, and templates to streamline the process.

• Quality Assurance: Establish and implement quality control processes to guarantee high-quality proposals. Conduct reviews and identify areas for improvement in content and processes.

• Client Engagement: Interact with clients to clarify needs, address inquiries, and ensure understanding. Collaborate with sales to align proposals with client expectations and market trends.

• Documentation and Reporting: Accurately record proposal activities and generate reports on metrics, success rates, and areas for improvement.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry standard methodologies and see opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.

Who You Are:

You are the first to spot possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse collaborators. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions empowering your team. You are a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and partners. You use each team member’s unique background to achieve team goals. You know what motivates different people and align work accordingly.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., business, communications, Automation).

• Strong project management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with various served industries and understanding of client requirements.

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Showed experience in proposal development, preferably in a leadership role

• Understanding of the Systems and Software solutions, processes, and Organization

• Proven experience in effectively managing, motivating, and developing teams is ideal.

Our Offer to You

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. We’re emphasizing a culture of togetherness – one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Moreover, our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interest, promote diversity and inclusion and positively contribute to communities around us.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs. From competitive benefits plans and comprehensive medical care to equitable opportunities for growth and development we strive to create a workplace that is supportive and rewarding. Our work schedule aims at creating new levels of growth, build a stronger community and provide greater professional development for our employees.

Make this great opportunity yours!

Requisition ID : 25014750

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.