Proposal Consultant I

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Proposal Consultant I develops, writes, and edits proposal responses of minimal to moderate complexity. Proposal requests mainly cover the self-insured line of business. Proposal support includes both potential and existing clients and covers the procurement life cycle from RFP release to award of business.

Requirements

• BS/BA and 3+ years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Outstanding writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Composure
• Decision Quality
• Organizational Agility
• Problem Solving
• Customer Focus
• Drive for Results
• Peer Relations
• Time Management
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Learning on the Fly
• Political Savvy
• This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal communication skills (listening/verbal/written).
• Must be able to manage difficult or emotional client situations; Respond promptly to client needs; Solicit client feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance from clients; Meet commitments to clients.

Responsibilities

• Analyze each RFP and RFI assigned.
• Complete each RFP and RFI assigned: Review and interpret key proposal requirements and identify issues or concerns that need resolution prior to submission of response.
• Manage internal communication related to each project (e.g., host proposal kick-off call, maintain files on SharePoint, clear communication with internal stakeholders, etc.)
• Utilize proposal database and proposal department processes to respond to RFPs and RFIs.
• Limited SME outreach is needed based on the complexity of work completed by individuals in this role; however, there are instances in which SME outreach and engagement is required to provide appropriate responses.
• Work with proposal management to implement edits and ensure responses are accurate, aligned with appropriate color team reviews and timelines.
• Interface and coordinate with underwriting to support completion of MedImpact pricing within the proposal files and RFP questions.
• Develop proposal attachments, such as forms, report packages, flowcharts, implementation schedules, and sample communication materials, as required.
• Proofread and perform quality assurance checks on all documents to ensure that proposals are properly completed, packaged, and submitted in a timely and in accordance with all stated proposal requirements.
• Complete multiple, similar projects with competing deadlines simultaneously, adhering to internal and external deadlines for each project.
• RFPs may be completed in Excel, Word, or via third party proposal software, as directed by each individual procurement.
• Provide proposal management and information support to MedImpact's clients and business partners in response to client support tasks, if necessary.
• When required, work with production coordinator to produce printed materials and electronic media.
• Confirm that all production materials meet specifications outlined in RFP.
• Review shipping labels and package deliverables for shipping according to instructions in RFP.
• Provide new or modified responses to database team as they are developed and approved to maintain RFP answer library.
• Upon award of business, complete internal processes and communications to support contract preparation.
• Assists other department staff as required based on business needs.
• Maintain accurate proposal information, and communicate with some analytics teams, in CRM.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off / Company Paid Holidays
• Incentive Compensation
• 401K with Company match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees