Job Type Full-timeDescriptionAre you a strategic thinker who combines the art of persuasive writing with the science of business development? Join our dynamic team as a Proposal Development Specialist and help shape our company's future success.Position ImpactTransform complex technical solutions into compelling business narratives that win contracts. As our Proposal Development Specialist, you'll own the entire proposal lifecycle-from opportunity identification to submission-driving our company's growth through strategic proposal management and development.What You'll Do
- Lead Strategic Capture Planning
- Identify and evaluate high-value business opportunities through market research
- Develop winning capture strategies for targeted contracts
- Analyze competitor positioning and market trends
Drive Proposal Excellence
- Orchestrate end-to-end proposal development, from kickoff to submission
- Craft compelling executive summaries and proposal narratives
- Coordinate with subject matter experts to articulate technical solutions
- Ensure 100% compliance with RFP requirements
- Collaborate with designers to create visually impactful proposals
Manage Proposal Operations
- Build and maintain proposal schedules and resource plans
- Lead proposal strategy sessions and review meetings
- Develop and curate a best-practices content library
- Track and report on proposal metrics and win rates
Why Join Us?
- Drive business growth through strategic proposal development
- Lead high-impact projects from conception to completion
- Work with cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment
- Develop your expertise in proposal management and business development
- Shape the future of our organization's proposal strategies
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. RequirementsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSA)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and research abilities
- Proficiency in proposal management software and Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Knowledge of government contracting processes and terminology
- Attention to detail and ability to ensure proposal compliance
- Creative problem-solving skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in proposal writing and capture management
- A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered