Strategic Proposal Writer/Manager New Business DevelopmentNew

Bensussen Deutsch And Associates • Woodinville, WA

264d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

BDA's New Business Development team is at the heart of our company's growth. We respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), secure client renewals, and craft compelling presentations that showcase our expertise. In short, we bring in new business and help retain existing accounts—all while being the coolest team at BDA (if we do say so ourselves). We're looking for a Senior RFP & Research Writer who thrives in long-form, strategic writing and has a proven ability to craft persuasive, 20+ page business proposals. This role is perfect for someone who understands how to translate complex information into compelling narratives that align with both customer needs and our company's voice, driving success in highly competitive enterprise sales environments.

Requirements

• Extensive experience writing long-form RFPs (ideally 20+ pages) that effectively blend customer-focused insights with BDA's brand voice.
• Strong research and analysis skills to develop compelling narratives that differentiate BDA from competitors.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with a track record of successfully managing multiple proposals under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and experience using online proposal management tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments, gather insights, and ensure alignment on proposal strategy.
• A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, actively contributing to group discussions, brainstorming, and strategy while also excelling in independent research and writing.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to craft persuasive, customized responses tailored to each opportunity.
• A self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently while staying proactive and communicative with the team.
• An ability to think creatively and contribute fresh ideas to enhance proposals and presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in grant writing or other structured proposal development.
• Background in enterprise sales, business development, or marketing.
• Knowledge of the merchandising, branding, or promotional products industry.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end proposal writing process, ensuring compliance with RFP instructions and requirements.
• Draft, edit, and refine persuasive business proposals that clearly articulate BDA's value proposition.
• Collaborate with internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather and integrate key information.
• Manage deadlines and project workflows using online proposal management systems (Ariba, SAP, Workday, etc.).
• Maintain project tracking tools to ensure all deliverables are completed on time.
• Assist with creative ideation and brainstorming for presentation themes, messaging, and client engagement strategies.
• Prepare additional supporting materials such as PowerPoint presentations, implementation schedules, and agendas.
• Conduct competitive research and analysis to strengthen proposal strategies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our proposal process, refining templates, messaging, and content organization.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while working closely with executive leadership and sales teams.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $75,000 to $85,000.
• Robust PTO including vacation, a paid volunteer day, holidays, and summer Fridays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401k with tuition reimbursement.
• Mental health and financial wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers