Specialist, Bid Management

Overview

This role aligns to industry-level titles such as Proposal or Bid Writer
. As part of the proposals team, the Proposal Writer works closely with Sales, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and key staff to develop and deliver high-quality, compelling proposals in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The primary focus is text creation, revision, and maintenance, while supporting the entire proposal lifecycle.

• Collaborate with the Proposal Analyst and SMEs to identify and gather relevant text from prior responses.

• Read the RFP and related documents in detail, including materials from the Sales lead on win themes, strategies, and differentiators.
• Attend proposal kick-off and status meetings.
• Populate and customize proposal text owned by the proposals team as needed for each proposal.
• Review SME text for adherence to the style guide; provide feedback and suggested edits.
• Track requirement gaps and outstanding text deliverables.
• Incorporate edits from SMEs and the Sales lead, proofread, and revise text during each text review cycle.
• Complete final editing and formatting of text.
• Deliver error‑free files for proposal production.
• Support proposal production tasks as needed.
• Support BAFO requests as applicable.

• Write and improve assigned proposal boilerplate text, incorporating SMEs’ updates through bid process and boilerplate review meetings.
• Maintain and update graphics as needed for boilerplate and proposals.

• BA or BS, preferably in English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience in proposal writing or related writing roles.
• Experience in the education or assessment industry is preferred.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft 365.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently while staying responsive to the team.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Exceptional project management, planning, and time management skills.
• Assertive yet diplomatic communication style.

The minimum full‑time salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $65,000. This role is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.

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