Director of DoD Business Development - HX5, LLC : Job Details

Director of DoD Business DevelopmentDirector, Business DevelopmentCorporate HeadquartersFort Walton Beach, FLHX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.HX5 is currently seeking a Director of Business Development to be responsible for business capture management and planning. The BD Director will find and build client and corporate relationships while sponsoring interaction to obtain contracts. This role manages the identification of opportunities to build a pipeline that is consistent with achieving the company's strategic goals.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• *Performs Capture Manager duties for all assigned opportunities. Supports all phases of the Capture Process -- opening game (market analysis, strategic planning), middle game (relationship and opportunity management), and endgame (proposal support, deal negotiation).
• *Assists with proposal development for new opportunities and re-competes. Participates in writing, editing, and reviewing technical, cost, management, and past performance proposals and other documentation.
• *Supports the Gate Review process (lead identification/initial screening, lead qualification/marketing, capture planning, and bid decision). Develops Gate Review briefings (capture plans). Builds and maintains the opportunity pipeline.
• *Assesses current competitive position from the client's viewpoint (business case analysis, SWOT).
• *Produces weekly BD activity reports for management.
• *Collects intelligence on the customer and attempts to shape the Request for Proposal (RFP) through customer visits, briefings, and written responses to Request for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought Notices.
• *Participates in writing marketing content for website, marketing collateral, customer communications, etc.
• *Identifies and incorporates win themes and strategies into capture strategies and proposals.
• *Collects, organizes, and presents bid/no-bid decision data to management.
• *Seeks out and researches prospective opportunities through making phone calls, traveling, attending conferences, and utilizing the Internet.
• *Manages relationships with various prospects, clients, and partners.
• *Provides support to upper management in deal negotiations, contract development, due diligence, and other business development or alliance development projects.
• *Provides guidance and mentors more junior business development and proposals staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise employees in the Business Development & Proposals Department. May carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• *Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.
• * Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• * Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• *Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• *Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
• *Communications - Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Business, Technical, Legal or related degree required. A Master's Degree preferred.A minimum of ten (10) years government contracting, operations, program management, or systems engineering experience preferred. Three (3) years DoD specialized acquisitions experience preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level I Program Management certification (or military service or DoD Component equivalent certification) desired.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing, Spreadsheet, SharePoint, and Project Management software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

TravelMust have the ability to travel a minimum of 20%Clearance

Must have the ability to obtain the appropriate level of security clearance.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) ###-####.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) ###-####.

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