Strategic Proposal Writer - Remote

UnitedHealth Group • Minnetonka, MN

73d • $71,200 - $127,200 • Remote

About The Position

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The focus of the Strategic Proposal Writer role is to strategically and competitively position UnitedHealthcare offerings through our proposal responses using a variety of resources including our standard / core database, marketing collaterals, company Web sites and sales strategy. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

• 3+ years in the healthcare industry in a proposal writing role
• Proven solid computer skills, especially in Word, Excel and online formats
• Proven intense customer focus and ability to adapt style and approach to customer preferences

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Qvidian database software, or a similar software (RFPIO, Responsive, Loopio, etc.)
• Proven skills in written communication
• Proven solid interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Proven solid focus on quality
• Proven self-starter and ability to work independently
• Proven flexible and able to cope with changing conditions
• Proven ability to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas and think outside of the box to develop solutions
• Proven ability to think innovatively and creatively

Responsibilities

• Own the articulation of the value proposition, key themes, market position and overall strategy within the proposal by gathering the necessary information to write a compelling story in simple terms which reflects a strong understanding of the customer's needs and our internal product offerings and competitive differentiators
• Ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral in a clear, concise way that is tailored to the audience
• Ability to research the customer's needs (through Web sites and other sources), work with sales by developing meaningful and thoughtful questions to extract the necessary case information
• Work in a highly matrixed environment and collaborate with sister proposal units to reflect one core value story and integrated process
• Listens well; ask questions effectively to gain information or clarify understanding in order to ensure high-quality work
• Thoroughly understands and utilize all available sales support tools, including the database and marketing collaterals
• Ability to anticipate and understand the unique needs of our sales partners and develop strong working relationships
• Ability to understand network and financial information and bring those elements into the case writing process
• Complete all project-related work in a timely, productive manner and meet all case deadlines
• Thoroughly review proposal product before shipment with team lead and BDM
• Maintain and enhance business skills, including understanding health care industry, managed care trends, healthcare reform, etc. and participate in all relevant training opportunities to enhance and improve current skill set

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees