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STRATACACHE · 4 months ago

Bid Lead/RFP Writer

Dayton, OH, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

STRATACACHE delivers in-store retail experience transformation and exceptional customer journeys through marketing technology. They are seeking a Bid Lead Writer/RFP Coordinator to manage the proposal process, ensuring timely and compliant submissions while collaborating with various departments to create compelling content.

Developer PlatformDigital MediaDigital SignageEnterprise SoftwareFinanceMobile AdvertisingRetailSoftware

Responsibilities

Creates and manages the proposal schedule, setting deadlines for drafting, editing, and reviews. Ensure that all documents are submitted according to the specified timeline

Serve as the central liaison, gathering necessary information and contributions from subject matter experts (SMEs) across different departments, such as business development, legal, finance, engineering, and marketing

Responsible for organizing and often drafting proposal content. This can involve creating new content, editing contributions from other team members, and maintaining a library of standard text and visuals (often called "boilerplate")

Reviewing and editing proposals for accuracy, completeness, grammar, and consistent formatting in line with company branding

Ensure that all proposals meet the specific requirements and regulations outlined in the RFP

Managing the printing and production of proposal materials, tracking the status of projects, and archiving related documents and files

Typically facilitates kick-off and debrief meetings and provides regular status updates to stakeholders

Consult with clients to submit clarifying questions during the RFP process and perform additional research on the client and competition

Qualification

Proposal writingMicrosoft Office SuiteProject managementProofreadingCommunication skillsGraphic design softwareCRM toolsProblem-solvingInterpersonal skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalent required

Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail

Strong organizational, time management, and project management abilities

Expertise with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and, in some cases, graphic design software like Adobe Creative Suite and CRM tools like Salesforce

The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and senior leadership

Resourceful and proactive in resolving bottlenecks and addressing issues that arise during the proposal process

Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal writing, preferably within the technology or digital media industry

Proven track record of successfully leading and writing winning proposals for large-scale projects

Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and insights for proposal development

Strong understanding of the RFP process and the ability to interpret complex requirements

Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management software

Strong analytical skills to assess and respond to client needs effectively

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at various levels

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in a related field such as communications, marketing, business, or English

Benefits

Major medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance options

Employee Benefit Time

Matching 401K

Corporate discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Company

STRATACACHE

Delivering retail transformation and exceptional customer experiences through advanced marketing technology solutions. It is a sub-organization of STRATACACHE Capital.

Founded in 1999

Dayton, Ohio, USA

501-1000 employees