Proposal Development Specialist

DistributionNOW•Houston, TX

About The Position

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service. START YOUR CAREER NOW. The Proposal Development Specialist defines and delivers strategic solutions that will result in the successful promotion of the DNOW brand, products, and services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business, or equivalent years of experience
Solid communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to effectively organize time and prioritize deliverables and deadlines
Detail-oriented, team-oriented, and conscientious
Ability to work independently
Solid computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Great attitude, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong desire to learn

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in and familiarity with the oil and gas industry is preferred

Responsibilities

Create and identify key initiatives for driving greater value within global strategic accounts, to assist with strategic initiatives, and to grow market share by continuously producing both proactive and reactive customer proposals, including responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Direct the implementation of key initiatives and capture knowledge of best practices and successes
Drive creative solutions using marketing, communications, and sales as strategic tools
Create customer-specific proactive proposals and responses to RFIs and RFPs
Develop and distribute appropriate proposal-related documentation, including legal terms & conditions, market baskets, schedules & deadlines, bid requirements, and kick-off presentations.
Responsible for creating strategic growth initiatives and account retention projects
Create compelling value propositions with current and future customers/accounts
Assist with new business implementations and case-study development
Deliver material to assist in the development of new business
Assist members from Sales, Operations, and Leadership Team on key projects and programs
Manage best practices
Other duties, as assigned.