Senior Proposal Writer (RFP Team)

At MTM we are not just colleagues; we are collaborators on a shared mission;communities without barriers. We have exciting opportunities to join our growing team where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve. Our company culture is one of innovation collaboration and growth. If you are passionate driven and ready to join a team where your work will directly transform and shape our industry then we want to talk to you!

What will your job look like

The Senior Proposal Writer (RFP Team) develops content in response to RFPs and in support of new business development. The main responsibility is to prepare proposals by determining concept gathering and formatting information writing drafts and obtaining approvals. This position also builds and maintains records for our proposal database and ensures that proposals clearly reflect key selling points and differentiators. The Senior Proposal Writer (RFP Team) serves as a leader on the RFP Team working on and supporting special projects for both internal and external stakeholders.

What youll do:

• Develop entire RFP responses as well as unsolicited proposals

• Determine proposal concept by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs; studying requests for proposal (RFPs); attending strategy meetings

• Meet proposal deadline by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering writing review and approval; entering and monitoring tracking data; coordinating requirements with contributors; contributing proposal status information to review meetings

• Gather proposal information by identifying sources of information and coordinating submissions

• Maintain quality results by following proposal-writing standards including readability consistency and tone

• Support in editing proposals including peer reviews as needed with an additional focus on verifying compliance and evaluating sales messaging

• Provide support in bid qualifications and determining which new opportunities to pursue

• Assist in compilation of questions and reviewing questions for content and grammar prior to submittal

• Create implementation plans and organizational charts for proposals and assist other writers with these tasks as needed

• Perform final flip through of proposals prior to submission

• Support and/or leads BAFO responses clarifications interview presentations and implementation presentations

• Assist in leading/guiding Opportunity Review Board (ORB) and strategy meetings as needed

• Receive and maintains up-to-date statistics for use in proposals

• Help other writers answer questions and solve problems/issues

• Conduct periodic review of content by subject matter experts

• Evaluate FOIA documents to gain understanding of strengths and weaknesses for our companies and proposals and to compare and contrast content against competitor proposals

• Assist in creation of Marketing materials as needed

• Support editing of Marketing materials to ensure consistency

• Create save and organize documents within SharePoint

• Assist with the development and maintenance of content in SharePoint

• Further develop professional skills to better serve company goals and objectives

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and maintaining personal networks

• Provide editing support to all departments as needed

• Seek efficiencies in current departmental processes

• Lead/participate special projects with both internal and external stakeholders including current and potential clients

What youll need:

Experience Education & Certifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• Three or more years writing RFP responses required

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint)

Skills:

• Excellent communication and computer skills

• Ability to write clear concise and effective content

• Ability to both work as a team and independently

• Ability to remain focused within a deadline driven atmosphere and organize and manage multiple projects

• Ability to learn new technologies

• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality

• Proven track record of managing complex RFP/RFI responses and producing compliant compelling proposals

Even better if you have:

Bachelors Degree in Marketing Communications or a related field preferred

Transit industry experience preferred

Whats in it for you:

• Health and Life Insurance Plans

• Dental and Vision Plans

• 401(k) with a company match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Maternity/Paternity Leave

• Casual Dress Environment

• Tuition Reimbursement

• MTM Perks Discount Program

• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Salary Min: $65000

Salary Max: $100000

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the jobs location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual skills experience and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more you are welcome to discuss this with us as you move through the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local State and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations please contact MTMs People & Culture.

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