Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Manager, Business Development

at BME Strategies

🏢 About BME Strategies

BME Strategies stands out as a mission-driven consulting firm dedicated to strengthening public health systems and advancing equity through evidence-based, community-driven solutions. Working here means contributing to meaningful public health initiatives with government partners, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote-first culture.

About This Role

As Senior Manager, Business Development, you'll lead the charge in identifying and securing new opportunities across states and municipalities, managing the full capture lifecycle from research to proposal delivery. Your work directly fuels the company's growth and enables BME to expand its impact on public health.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by scanning BidPrime and state portals for new opportunities, updating the BD tracker, and prioritizing leads. Midday, you could lead a capture strategy meeting for a promising RFP, coordinating with subject matter experts and partners, then spend the afternoon drafting proposal sections and refining internal templates. Evenings might involve reviewing a team member's work or preparing for the next day's deadlines.

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🎯 Who BME Strategies Is Looking For

  • A seasoned professional with 6+ years in business development or proposal management, specifically within public health consulting or state/local government contracting.
  • Holds a Master’s in Public Health or related field, with deep understanding of public health systems and government procurement processes.
  • Expert in using BidPrime and state/municipal portals for opportunity tracking, and skilled in tools like SharePoint and Smartsheet for collaboration.
  • A strategic thinker who can lead cross-functional teams, develop scalable BD processes, and craft compelling proposals under tight deadlines.

📝 Tips for Applying to BME Strategies

1

Tailor your resume to highlight experience with state/local government RFPs and public health programs, using specific examples of opportunities won.

2

In your cover letter, mention your familiarity with BidPrime or similar platforms and how you've used them to build a pipeline.

3

Showcase any experience developing templates, trackers, or processes that improved BD efficiency—BME values scalability.

4

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Managed 20+ proposals annually, achieving a 30% win rate' or 'Reduced proposal cycle time by 20% through new templates.'

5

Demonstrate remote collaboration skills by mentioning tools you've used (e.g., Slack, Teams) and how you coordinate with distributed teams.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for public health and how BME's mission aligns with your career goals.", 'Specific experience with government contracting, especially at state and municipal levels, and your understanding of their procurement nuances.', 'Your ability to lead the full capture lifecycle, from opportunity identification to proposal submission, with examples of successful outcomes.', 'Your proficiency in creating scalable BD systems, such as trackers or templates, that streamline operations.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review BME Strategies' website and recent projects to understand their public health focus areas (e.g., community health, equity initiatives).
  • → Look up their government partners (e.g., Massachusetts Department of Public Health) to get a sense of the clients you'd work with.
  • → Read about their company culture and values, especially regarding equity and community-driven solutions, to align your answers.
  • → Check if BME has been mentioned in news or case studies for innovative public health programs to discuss in interviews.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a complex proposal for a government client. What was your strategy, and what was the outcome?
2 How do you prioritize opportunities when tracking multiple states and municipalities with different deadlines?
3 What experience do you have with BidPrime or similar platforms? How do you ensure you don't miss key opportunities?
4 How would you develop a BD tracker or template that scales with the company's growth? Give a concrete example.
5 How do you handle competing priorities when managing multiple RFPs simultaneously? Walk me through your process.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention public health or government contracting—BME specifically seeks expertise in these areas.
  • Overlooking the remote aspect: failing to demonstrate self-discipline, virtual collaboration skills, or experience managing remote teams.
  • Not providing concrete examples of process improvements or wins—vague claims like 'I have strong organizational skills' won't stand out.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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