Uses project management tools and skills to manage the proposal process, and builds the proposal document
Conducts bid analyses
Writes, edits, formats, and produces low- to high-complexity proposal documents within given deadline/timeframe
Interviews Subject Matter Experts and composes content from notes
Inspires Business Development Managers and other contributors to develop and focus on presenting differentiating material like win theme, special services, etc.
Conducts kickoffs, draft reviews, status meetings, color team reviews, and work sessions
Motivates and assists sales teams to construct client-based management plans
Facilitates and generates post-submission activities such as discussion items, clarifications, BAFOs, oral presentation support, etc.
Works collaboratively with account teams and corporate leadership
Supports the proposal document, business development managers, and senior management in creating and maintaining a process for the evaluation and submission of proposals by reviewing the proposal guidelines
Maintains tracking and information database(s)
Participates in department meetings, initiatives, and/or projects
Represents Maxim as a team member or proposal leader for projects that include outside- company teaming partners
Develops and maintains boilerplate and templates
Leads special projects
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Bachelor’s Degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent related experience
Five to ten years’ experience writing and managing the proposal development process
Demonstrated ability to write technical or creative prose
Proficiency in creating professionally-formatted proposals in MS Word, and using internet tools to support content development
Computer proficiency, including practical use of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Writer, and Content Management Software
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills required; proficiency in the English language may be required