Ipsos
Senior Pricing Manager- Public Affairs
Ipsos, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description
What makes this role important at Ipsos?
Ipsos Public Affairs has an opportunity for a Senior Pricing Manager. As Senior Pricing Manager you will be responsible for managing the cost and price proposal process, as well as providing overall project financial support, for a vast portfolio of projects for both public and private sector clients, including pricing large scale, strategic bid opportunities as well as supporting the cost and pricing strategies for existing programs and other capture activities.
What you can expect to be doing:
The principal responsibilities will include:Support the overall pricing functions for the U.S. Public Affairs group.Serve as a focal point for pricing activities including support for existing business and new business development activities.Assume ownership of the cost/price model, cost/price volume and other pricing deliverables for assigned bids.Develop and prepare the cost/price proposal volumes in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotes (RFQ), and Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs), including the development of complex pricing spreadsheets and the generation of original content for the price/cost narratives.Ensure cost/price volumes comply with the solicitation requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) and certified cost or pricing data, as well as Ipsos systems, processes, technical approaches and mission objectives.Review client team estimates for adequacy with Ipsos estimating and pricing practices, as well as consistency with solicitation requirements.Interface with proposal teams, project teams, contracts and finance departments to ensure successful delivery of price volume.Monitor commercial pricing practices to maintain integrity of General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule rates, ensuring compliance with Most Favored Commercial Customer (MFC) pricing.Participate in the development, negotiation, and maintenance of indirect rates in accordance with federal regulations and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).Work with project, accounting, and finance teams to monitor and analyze financial performance and project profitability.Support project set-up, develop and maintain budgets and forecasts.Review project labor and direct costs to ensure they are collected and reported correctlyReview travel expenditures for federal government projects, ensuing travel costs are in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR).Prepare ad-hoc cost and performance analyses and other special projects, as required.This role is for you if you have:
Bachelor's degree required, with a concentration in business administration, finance or related field preferred; equivalent work experience and demonstrated capability considered.6+ years of professional experience in pricing and proposal functions in a government contracting environmentStrong Excel skills including use of formulas and pivot tablesProficient in using standard MS Office ProgramsAbility to quickly comprehend processes and learn systems / toolsExperience pricing Federal government procurement actionsFamiliarity with FAR, TINA, CAS, DCAA compliance requirements, and GSA SchedulesUnderstanding of different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, etc.)Highly motivated with strong organizational, mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task.Must demonstrate a collaborative, team orientation and be able to partner with other groups within Ipsos (i.e. Accounting/Finance, IT, Human Resources, Security, Operations Support)Must demonstrate above-average initiative, self-reliance and autonomy, with ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.Ability to exercise good judgment with confidential information.Professional-level written and spoken communication skills
If you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you're applying to!
What's in it for you:
At Ipsos you'll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we're making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | US
Commitment to Diversity
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee's individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos' diverse employees who compile and analyze this data-they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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About Us
Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we're proud to share we've received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!
About the Team
The Public Affairs Service Line is the world leader in Social and Opinion Research. We work with clients on political and public opinion polling, citizen and stakeholder management, social policy improvement, sustainable development strategy and identifying societal trends and perceptions across several sectors. We assess how government and public affairs policies as well as societal trends and views impact our client's brand/products/markets.
What makes this role important at Ipsos?
Ipsos Public Affairs has an opportunity for a Senior Pricing Manager. As Senior Pricing Manager you will be responsible for managing the cost and price proposal process, as well as providing overall project financial support, for a vast portfolio of projects for both public and private sector clients, including pricing large scale, strategic bid opportunities as well as supporting the cost and pricing strategies for existing programs and other capture activities.
What you can expect to be doing:
The principal responsibilities will include:Support the overall pricing functions for the U.S. Public Affairs group.Serve as a focal point for pricing activities including support for existing business and new business development activities.Assume ownership of the cost/price model, cost/price volume and other pricing deliverables for assigned bids.Develop and prepare the cost/price proposal volumes in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotes (RFQ), and Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs), including the development of complex pricing spreadsheets and the generation of original content for the price/cost narratives.Ensure cost/price volumes comply with the solicitation requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) and certified cost or pricing data, as well as Ipsos systems, processes, technical approaches and mission objectives.Review client team estimates for adequacy with Ipsos estimating and pricing practices, as well as consistency with solicitation requirements.Interface with proposal teams, project teams, contracts and finance departments to ensure successful delivery of price volume.Monitor commercial pricing practices to maintain integrity of General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule rates, ensuring compliance with Most Favored Commercial Customer (MFC) pricing.Participate in the development, negotiation, and maintenance of indirect rates in accordance with federal regulations and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).Work with project, accounting, and finance teams to monitor and analyze financial performance and project profitability.Support project set-up, develop and maintain budgets and forecasts.Review project labor and direct costs to ensure they are collected and reported correctlyReview travel expenditures for federal government projects, ensuing travel costs are in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR).Prepare ad-hoc cost and performance analyses and other special projects, as required.This role is for you if you have:
Bachelor's degree required, with a concentration in business administration, finance or related field preferred; equivalent work experience and demonstrated capability considered.6+ years of professional experience in pricing and proposal functions in a government contracting environmentStrong Excel skills including use of formulas and pivot tablesProficient in using standard MS Office ProgramsAbility to quickly comprehend processes and learn systems / toolsExperience pricing Federal government procurement actionsFamiliarity with FAR, TINA, CAS, DCAA compliance requirements, and GSA SchedulesUnderstanding of different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, etc.)Highly motivated with strong organizational, mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task.Must demonstrate a collaborative, team orientation and be able to partner with other groups within Ipsos (i.e. Accounting/Finance, IT, Human Resources, Security, Operations Support)Must demonstrate above-average initiative, self-reliance and autonomy, with ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.Ability to exercise good judgment with confidential information.Professional-level written and spoken communication skills
If you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you're applying to!
What's in it for you:
At Ipsos you'll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we're making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | US
Commitment to Diversity
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee's individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos' diverse employees who compile and analyze this data-they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
#LI-NR1 #LI-Hybrid
About Us
Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we're proud to share we've received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!
About the Team
The Public Affairs Service Line is the world leader in Social and Opinion Research. We work with clients on political and public opinion polling, citizen and stakeholder management, social policy improvement, sustainable development strategy and identifying societal trends and perceptions across several sectors. We assess how government and public affairs policies as well as societal trends and views impact our client's brand/products/markets.