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Why Badger Meter
Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company with a mission to preserve and protect the worlds most precious resource. For more than 100 years cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!
Here at Badger Meter we believe that our approach to diversity equity and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences encourages innovation and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.
We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the worlds most precious resource.
What You Will Contribute:
Job Description:
As a Proposal Lead at Badger Meter you will lead both internal and external teams collaborating across the organization to support our sales efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience in Proposal Administration preferably with Qvidian and/or Salesforce and possess strong attention to detail reading comprehension and communication skills. You will act as the project manager between sales marketing engineering manufacturing and customers incorporating recommendations into our proposal responses.
About Badger Meter:
Badger Meter is a global leader in flow measurement water quality and control products. With over 119 years of experience we provide innovative water management solutions that help optimize water delivery maximize revenue and reduce waste contributing to the sustainable use and protection of the worlds most precious resource.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategize and Lead:Structure and manage project strategy meetings for all turnkey projects communicating winning strategies to the Proposal team.
Contract and Proposal Preparation:Assist with and prepare formal contracts bids and requests for proposal (RFP) in response to customer specifications and requirements.
Coordination and Communication:Organize and communicate the completion of bids RFPs and contracts including document modifications meeting coordination and ensuring timely submissions.
Content Development:Draft and edit bid RFP and contract content incorporating input from subject matter experts and writing contributors.
Bid Analysis:Receive analyze and prepare bids and RFPs for submission.
Product Configuration:Determine appropriate product configurations that meet specifications utilizing systems and subject matter experts as needed.
Documentation:Prepare cover letters complete formal bid documents compose and edit responses and ensure all necessary attachments (e.g. bid bonds insurance requirements) are included.
Training:Train new personnel on bid and contract processing and proposal preparation.
Policy Liaison:Serve as the lead liaison for the Business System and products maintaining department policies and procedures.
Professional Development:Participate in continuing education courses and professional organizations (e.g. APMP Membership & Certification) to stay current on industry practices and Badger Meter products.
Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Business English Journalism Communications or a related field preferred
5 years of experience in project management or a related field desired
Qualifications:
APMP Certification preferred
Experience with Salesforce/Qvidian preferred
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Pro or a similar software required
Advanced proficiency in Word and Excel required
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines required
Competencies:
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; selfimposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health Vision and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan up to 7 of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match the company will also contribute 5 of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you at no cost!
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic Group Life Insurance Short Term Disability and more
Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement up to $5250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance Long Term Disability Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal EEO is the Law poster and the EEO is the Law poster supplement at Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended by the ADA Amendments Act and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
