Commercial Proposal Writer

Shaw Industries, Inc.•Cartersville, GA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

The Proposal Writer position is responsible for completing a variety of proposals and projects by offering compelling and well-positioned information. The position supports all commercial sales teams at all levels as well as brand marketing teams and the commercial Strategic Sales Support team. The proposal writer is also responsible for providing graphic design support for marketing materials.

Requirements

4-year degree in communications, English, journalism or 4 years of proposal writing / grant writing experience required
Advanced writing and editing abilities both technical and persuasive writing required
The ability to work varied hours and have a flexible schedule (up to 4 days a week onsite) required
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite required

Nice To Haves

Eye for design and the ability to work with designers and make simple edits to existing layouts.
Excellent problem solver with attention to detail and ability to think strategically.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to handle multiple competing deadlines
Must be able to translate complex technical information into clear communication for a variety of audiences.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with sales and internal teams to understand proposal needs and strategy.
Lead meetings to gather information required for proposal responses.
Research and understand company operations to write accurate and informed content.
Write and format proposals that align with brand standards and present a professional image.
Create and manage pricing tables, including international currency conversions.
Deliver completed proposals on time, coordinating writing, design, reviews, and approvals.
Build and maintain a network of internal experts to support proposal development.
Use templates and brand guidelines to ensure consistency and quality in all proposals.
Continuously improve proposal content and processes based on feedback and results.
Support team goals by taking on new tasks and identifying ways to add value.
Coach team members and subject matter experts on effective writing practices.