BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL COORDINATOR (CHARLOTTE, NC - HYBRID)

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Requirements

Possess at least 2 years of experience in proposal coordination, marketing or a related field.
Exceptional writing, messaging and editing skills.
Ability to remain flexible and positive in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to adapt quickly when deliverables require additional edits and/or major shifts.
Strong understanding of RFP compliance and business development strategy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Smartsheet, SharePoint, Dropbox and Adobe tools preferred.
Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

Responsibilities

Support the proposal development process for the Higher Education Dining sector by pulling and organizing responses for Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Manage the proposal process for smaller or less complex client-focused sales proposals and other supporting documents, from receipt to delivery, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time.
Review and proofread proposals and other team projects to ensure accuracy, consistency and brand alignment.
Use process management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Teams) to track deliverables, assignments and deadlines.
Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to align on project scope throughout each project.
Assign RFP questions to appropriate team members and ensure timely responses.
Manage the clarification process by tracking questions and coordinating with SMEs as needed.
Act as the primary liaison between the Sales team and the creative team, ensuring clear communication.
Oversee deadlines, workflow and submission logistics to ensure proposals meet all client requirements.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including sellers, operations teams, SMEs and leadership.