Intermediate RFP Specialist

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•$61,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized RFP Specialist to join our Retirement team. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) process, supporting business growth across mid-market, large market, mega, and pooled retirement plan opportunities. This position offers visibility across the organization and the opportunity to partner with cross-functional stakeholders, while owning multiple high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a business field or equivalent education/experience
One year of RFP experience or three years of relevant retirement industry experience (e.g. marketing, sales, customer care)
Written and verbal communication skills to prepare proposals and consult with contacts
Project management and organizational skills to handle competing deadlines
Problem solving, research and analytical skills to make sound judgments on information provided to prospective clients
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency using MS Word

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of company products and administrative services

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of RFP responses for retirement plan opportunities including research, analysis, quality control as well as new business and in-force clients.
Collaborate on RFP responses with key contacts across business units and regional offices.
Own multiple RFP projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to strict deadlines and high-quality standards
Lead internal strategy discussions to evaluate client needs, key requirements, and positioning
Draft, format, and finalize RFP responses using internal tools and content libraries
Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional partners to gather and validate content
Conduct quality reviews of responses, including peer review and continuous improvement of content
Support a collaborative team environment by providing feedback and contributing to shared deliverables
Assist with special projects and process improvements as needed
Manage tight deadlines as determined by RFP workflows.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs