Director, Government Contract Sales (Chicago) Job at The company name is: The Chicago Lighthouse, Chicago, IL

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  • The company name is: The Chicago Lighthouse
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Employer Industry: Government Contracting

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $90,000 per year
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Chance to make a significant impact in government contracting
- Engage in strategic outreach and relationship building with government agencies

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in federal, state, and local government sectors
- Manage the full RFP lifecycle, including review, response development, and submission
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather necessary inputs for proposals
- Lead contract negotiations with government agencies to secure favorable terms
- Monitor and analyze government procurement trends and upcoming opportunities

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 7–10+ years of experience in sales, business development, or government contracting
- Demonstrated success in securing contracts at federal, state, or local levels
- Familiarity with government procurement platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, FPDS, GSA schedules)
- Advanced writing and editing skills, particularly in crafting RFP responses
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or government contracting certification preferred

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through the proposal development process
- Strong understanding of government contract types, pricing structures, and compliance risks
- Experience in developing proposal budgets that align with cost requirements

#GovernmentContracting #BusinessDevelopment #RFPManagement #CareerOpportunity #ChicagoJobs

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Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area, Immediate start,

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