Proposal Manager

Location

Chicago, IL | United States

Job description

Addison Group is one of the fastest growing private staffing firms in America that specializes in contract and direct hire staffing, as well as consulting services. We have made “Best of Staffing” lists for multiple years and continue to enjoy many accolades in the industry!

Summary

The Proposal Content Manager will seek out and respond to various types of proposals and bids providing analysis, support, copy writing/editing and processing for applicable sales teams located in various regional markets throughout the US. Documents may include request for proposal (RFP), request for information (RFI), and Vendor Questionnaires. The Proposal Manager must interpret the RFP document requirements and compile a persuasive and compelling response that meets the needs of the RFP and addresses all questions and topics. In addition to responding to RFPs, the Proposal Manager will be responsible for uncovering new RFPs as well as tracking and reporting on proposal success rates and gathering feedback. This role will work closely with the marketing content writer and support additional copy needs for Addison brands external channels (website).

Responsibilities

· Develop strategic goals for proactive approach to seeking out RFPs

· Attend pre-proposal meetings and/or conference calls as needed

· Manage correspondence/submittals throughout RFP process

· Coordinate proposal responses in formal process with sales teams/management

· Write and proofread proposals to ensure accuracy, branding, quality of writing, and focus

· Continuously update RFP files & content repository with current information

· Prepare complex proposal outlines

· Work with partner organizations to define proposal process across brands (and when cross-selling opportunities arise)

· Produce and edit high-quality proposals within required timeframes

· Create, revise, and maintain departmental materials such as RFP database content, correspondence, reports, records and forms from rough draft through the final copy

· Work with sales teams, managers, and executives to manage the MSA process and ensure that new contracts are reviewed and vetted

· Assist with external copy updates as part of the marketing team to align messaging & ensure cohesiveness with web copy and RFP response submissions

Knowledge and Education

• 3-5 years proposal writing or equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong writing/editing skills is a must
• Experience within the staffing/consulting industries is a plus
• Management experience is a plus
• Time Management and Organization
• Ability to work under pressure and handle last-minute requests
• Ability to work with members of all levels of the organization to obtain vertical-specific information to support RFP efforts
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong Verbal/Written Communication Skills
• Willingness to learn

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