Proposal Specialist (Remote)

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This position manages the request for proposal (RFP) response process for all assigned opportunities. This role works in a team environment, managing, writing, editing and proofreading responses to multi-product RFPs. The team works within established and inflexible periods to meet proposal deadlines. Team members are required to independently manage and complete proposals, ensuring that responses are customer-centric, complete and compliant.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To develop and respond to requests for information and proposals (RFIs and RFPs); to collaborate with various subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure the RFPs are completed timely and accurately; and to provide oversight of quality and cohesiveness of response.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides initial draft of each request to various subject matter experts (SMEs) as needed and incorporates any needed edits or updates to the response.
• Ensures the initial draft is compliant, responsive, and specifically tailored to each client’s needs.
• Works collaboratively with the SMEs to ensure new requirements are identified and documented.
• Facilitates internal flow and review of all RFP inputs and directs production of final master RFP.
• Determines and maintains the timeline for each response to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Ensures security and integrity of all RFP documentation.
• Reviews and responds to requests within the business development group.
• Takes on additional assignments, such as RFP follow-up requests, proposal library update projects and other ad hoc assignments.
• Helps develop and maintain RFP best practices.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization’s quality program(s).

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Four (4) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include one (1) year of project management experience and one (1) year of proofing/editing experience. Experience with RFPio/Responsive software a preferred but not required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong grammar and proofreading skills
• Knowledge of appropriate software
• Good project management skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

TAKING CARE OF YOU

• Career Development and promotional growth opportunities.

• A diverse and comprehensive benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. #remote #LI-TS1

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.