Rockwell Automation · 1 week ago
Proposal Consultant
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expRockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. The Proposal Consultant, Government, plays a crucial role in leading the estimation and proposal development processes for government customers, ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic goals. This role involves collaboration with various teams to deliver comprehensive proposals that meet customer needs.
HardwareIndustrial AutomationSales AutomationSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ensure proposal compliance with DOA and company policies while applying strong commercial, technical, and creative skills to drive profitable growth in government markets
Assess and prioritize opportunities, contribute to Win Strategy activities, and support customer proposals with clear articulation of value and business models
Negotiate internally and externally using solid cost, value, and margin analysis; approve pricing and commercial terms within delegated authority
Follow all corporate, government, and regulatory requirements; conduct risk reviews and manage proposal follow‑up with sales and customers
Operate effectively in a cross‑functional environment, partnering with Proposal Consultants, Application Consultants, Sales/Distributors, Channel Partners, RA Business Units, and Contracts & Negotiations teams
Secure necessary approvals, including executive-level (PARB), and coordinate legal terms and conditions with internal legal teams and external parties as needed
Maintain proposal tools and systems to improve data quality, forecasting, and overall opportunity management
Pursue continuous improvement through feedback, training, and skill development to strengthen performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Must be willing to apply for USA Government security clearance
Ability to travel up to 10% to customer sites in the United States for proposal-related duties
Preferred
5+ years related experience in an industrial environment (engineering, projects, maintenance, support), with specific applications in the USA federal government industry
Strong understanding of the application of Federal Application Regulations (FAR)
Experience handling controlled and safeguarding sensitive information
Knowledge of industrial products and applications, including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation products (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Rockwell Automation Software, etc.)
Experience working with third-party suppliers to provide additional products/services
Two years of experience in a customer-facing role, either engineering and executing projects or in a sales role
Experience developing proposals, conveying project status updates, designing information, technical issues/resolutions, and complete project milestone reviews
Knowledge of OT Network Design and/or OT Virtualization and/or OT Cybersecurity
Benefits
Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
Company
Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation specializes in industrial automation and information, makes its customers more productive.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
2025-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-07-12Grant
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Blake Moret
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Christian Rothe
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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