Business Development & Proposals Manager
About this role
Business Development & Proposals Manager
Company: Taher, Inc.
Location: Minnetonka, Minnesota
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Department: Sales & Business Development
About Taher, Inc.
Taher, Inc. is a privately held food service management company with more than 45 years of experience delivering exceptional dining experiences and innovative food service solutions.
Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, Taher serves clients throughout the United States, with a strong presence in K--12 education, business and industry, and institutional food service.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced professional who can lead competitive proposal development, strengthen business development processes, and help position Taher for continued success.
Position Summary
Taher is seeking a highly organized, results-driven Business Development & Proposals Manager to lead the development, coordination, and execution of competitive proposals and support strategic business development initiatives.
This position is responsible for managing the complete proposal lifecycle, from opportunity assessment and RFP review through proposal development, final submission, presentations, and post-submission follow-up.
The Business Development & Proposals Manager will collaborate with executive leadership, Sales, Finance, Operations, and other internal departments to develop compelling, accurate, and compliant proposals that communicate Taher's capabilities and competitive advantages.
The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer, skilled project manager, and proactive problem-solver who takes ownership, anticipates needs, and delivers high-quality results while managing multiple competing deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Proposal Development & RFP Management
• Lead the complete lifecycle of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and related business development submissions. • Review and analyze solicitation documents to identify requirements, evaluation criteria, compliance obligations, and critical deadlines. • Develop proposal strategies, project schedules, compliance matrices, content outlines, and responsibility assignments. • Write, edit, and coordinate proposals, executive summaries, implementation plans, company qualifications, and supporting narratives. • Develop customized responses that highlight Taher's strengths, operational capabilities, and value proposition. • Coordinate financial and pricing components with Finance, Operations, and the Financial Analyst. • Ensure proposals meet all submission requirements and maintain the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and professionalism. • Manage internal reviews, revisions, executive approvals, and final proposal submissions. • Maintain complete and organized proposal records, supporting documents, and submission materials.