Proposal Writer

Role Overview

• Support Navitus' client acquisition and retention efforts by drafting responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other sales-related documents for a variety of client audiences
• Sales support activities can include project coordination (e.g., planning, scheduling, organizing, and coordination), follow-up correspondence, and reporting
• Utilize expert-level editorial, grammatical, and writing skills to ensure all written deliverables follow and demonstrate tactical, strategic, financial, and sales-capture decisions
• Proficiently understand and continuously develop knowledge of business units target markets and trends in those markets and how the products and services are/or may be utilized in the target markets
• Utilize strong project management skills to initiate, collect and deliver on analytical tasks in collaboration with cross-functional SMEs
• Demonstrate an attention to detail and strong time management skills by developing and adhering to stringent timelines
• Support proposal content management and department processes to keep materials current and competitive
• Contribute to the department goal of improved efficiency and effectiveness, including identifying and providing insights into streamlining departmental processes
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, Journalism, or a Communications-related field, and/or commensurate proposal management experience required
• A minimum combination of two years’ experience for the following: Writing creative, concise, strategically correct, and persuasive proposals (writing samples and writing test required)
• Developing and implementing complex winning business strategies, while incorporating a consultative-sales approach
• Delivering quality outputs in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment where tight time frames and strict deadlines are the norm
• Strategic proposal content development and project management experience or similar related experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office products at the advanced level
• Participate in, adhere to, and support compliance program objectives
• The ability to consistently interact cooperatively and respectfully with other employees.

Benefits

• Top of the industry benefits for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 20 days paid time off
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 9 paid holidays
• 401K company match of up to 5%
• No vesting requirement
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Educational Assistance Plan and Professional Membership assistance
• Referral Bonus Program – up to $750!