Senior Proposal Manager

• Lead the development, writing, editing, and refinement of proposal responses to ensure submissions are compliant, strategically aligned, compelling, and error-free.
• Review and provide guidance on executive summaries, cover letters, messaging approaches, and other critical proposal components.
• Work cross-functionally with Subject Matter Experts and senior stakeholders to coordinate and enhance proposal responses while maintaining a strong understanding of D2L’s products, services, value propositions, and competitive positioning.
• Apply proposal management best practices, strong business judgment, and audience awareness to support high-quality and differentiated proposal responses.
• Ensure proposal submissions align to established brand, messaging, and style standards while adapting approaches to suit varying audiences, opportunity types, and pursuit complexity.
• Facilitate proposal reviews and support alignment on proposal messaging, positioning, and response strategy.

• Build strong partnerships with Sales, Solution Engineering, Services, Finance, Legal, Security, Marketing, and other stakeholders involved in proposal pursuits.
• Act as a trusted advisor and experienced resource within the Proposal Management team, sharing expertise, supporting onboarding activities, and mentoring team members on proposal best practices and complex pursuits.
• Contribute to operational improvements, proposal management best practices, content enhancements, and scalable proposal management approaches.
• Support knowledge sharing initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across proposal operations and team effectiveness.
• Leverage proposal tools, AI-enabled technologies, operational processes, and proposal management best practices to support proposal quality, operational efficiency, and pursuit effectiveness.
• Contribute positively to a collaborative, high-performing, and solutions-oriented team environment while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 7+ years experience in a similar role in a fast-paced, high volume proposal writing environment.
• Direct experience in high-tech industry is preferred.
• A work ethic that thrives in a fast-paced, high volume proposal writing environment.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to develop compelling, strategically aligned, audience-focused proposal responses and executive-level communications.
• Proven ability to develop processes and content to support new business areas and growth.
• APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Salesforce, Adobe applications, and proposal automation software.
• Demonstrated ability to apply and promote AI-enabled tools and evolving proposal management best practices to improve proposal quality, team effectiveness, operational efficiency, and pursuit outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
• Experience writing proposals for education or other key verticals an asset.

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Business, Technical Writing, English, Communications, or Journalism

This posting is for an existing vacancy

The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below.

The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training and experience.

It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry.

As part of the total compensation at D2L the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

We strongly encourage you to still apply!

At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

Why we're awesome:

At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life.

While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L:

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our SkillsWave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for SkillsWave-related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning

• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices Spaces at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne offices.