Mercer-posted 2 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Atlanta, GA
5,001-10,000 employees

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Strategic Bid Center at Mercer. This role can be based in Atlanta (GA), Boise (ID), Chicago (IL), Denver (CO, Portland (OR), or Salt Lake City (UT), and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. As a Proposal Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the organization's business development by targeting new opportunities and managing renewals. Working as an individual contributor within a close-knit team of strategic bid experts, you’ll provide essential support for bid management and proposal development across various business lines. Collaborating with sales professionals, consultants, and subject matter experts, you’ll help craft compelling presentations and proposals that win new business. This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact through teamwork and strategic partnership!

  • Create proposal and presentation templates aligned with client requirements and company branding
  • Develop and drive internal work plans based on external deadlines — and hold pursuit teams accountable
  • Research and draft responses to proposal questions in collaboration with subject matter experts
  • Own master documents and incorporate multiple rounds of edits through completion
  • Facilitate strategy discussions to identify client-centered value propositions and differentiators
  • Write creative, persuasive executive summaries that follow best-practice approaches
  • Partner with a graphic designer to develop engaging finalist presentation materials
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Journalism, Marketing, English, Communications, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
  • 2-4 years in marketing, sales, or related field; experience in professional services or consulting is a plus!
  • Strong project management, writing, and editing skills
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities
  • Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and frequent change
  • High sense of personal accountability and self-motivation
  • Collaborative mindset, open to team feedback
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • A thirst for knowledge and passion for trying new things
  • Experience strategizing for digital deliverables (microsites, videos, etc.)
  • Familiarity with SharePoint, Qorusdocs, or online bid procurement tools (such as Ariba)
  • We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
  • We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.
  • Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
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