Proposal Specialist

A/Z Corporation•Milford, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marketing Proposal Specialist will work with A/Z’s various groups to lead the development of technical proposal content. Duties may include but are not limited to: Supporting the development of comprehensive responses to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other client-based deliverables in conjunction with Marketing and other internal departments. Coordinating, gathering, and assembling the individual elements of RFQ, RFP, etc. responses from team members. Excellent communication with internal team members and external entities in-person and via phone / email. Reviewing, editing, and proofing technical documentation for grammar, consistency, accuracy, readability, etc. Interviewing internal team members regarding past work history to support resume development. Maintaining an excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and related software. Developing and maintaining a strong knowledge of Filemaker and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop). Support printing, trimming / binding, assembly of pre-qualifications, proposals, and presentations. Maintaining flexibility to support proposal deadlines including occasional weekend and after-hour requirements. Supporting various physical requirements such as lifting a minimum of 20 lbs. and motion to include sitting, lifting, squatting, bending, kneeling, and reaching.

Requirements

Minimum of three years consistently working in proposal development.
Effective management of multiple ongoing assignments / deadlines.
Willingness to take direction from multiple parties, incorporating constructive feedback throughout the proposal development process.
Commitment to taking ownership of proposal deliverables and supporting department peers in their assignments.
Proficient with computers specifically using Windows operating systems.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Willingness and desire to quickly become proficient with all necessary software.

Nice To Haves

Existing knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
Knowledge of construction industry and terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the development of comprehensive responses to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other client-based deliverables in conjunction with Marketing and other internal departments.
Coordinate, gather, and assemble the individual elements of RFQ, RFP, etc. responses from team members.
Communicate effectively with internal team members and external entities in-person and via phone / email.
Review, edit, and proof technical documentation for grammar, consistency, accuracy, readability, etc.
Interview internal team members regarding past work history to support resume development.
Maintain an excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and related software.
Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of Filemaker and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop).
Support printing, trimming / binding, and assembly of pre-qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
Maintain flexibility to support proposal deadlines including occasional weekend and after-hour requirements.
Support various physical requirements such as lifting a minimum of 20 lbs. and motion to include sitting, lifting, squatting, bending, kneeling, and reaching.