What you'll do here
Support all aspects of the RFP process from start to finish, including RFP vetting, strategy calls, content collaboration, editing, and proposal preparation.
Analyze RFP bid to determine compliant response structure and format.
Generate detailed response plans, schedules, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with proposal specifications.
Delegate tasks to team members as appropriate.
Partner with the Sales team to create innovative approaches and deliverables to differentiate proposals to assure a winning first impression.
Identify gaps in the current RFP response model strategy, then propose new insights and secure support from internal partners to implement improvements within the processes, systems, and/or templates.
Track, evaluate, and improve RFP responses based on customer feedback, sales needs, and market research.
Complete other duties as assigned to meet company goals.
Skills you will need here
A minimum of 2 years experience in proposal management with sales support or writing.
BA/BS in writing, communications, marketing, or related field.
Ability to serve as team mentor to coordinate proposal efforts simultaneously within tight timeframes.
Prior success in developing, implementing, and evaluating proposals that balance user needs with business requirements.
Strong interpersonal skills: the ability to empathize, support, and anticipate the needs of external customers and internal teammates/departments.
Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to influence and align stakeholders while driving for results.
Able to remain agile while successfully project managing a high volume of work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Understanding of emerging proposal trends, technologies, and integration strategies.
Provide value to each proposal being developed as a knowledgeable resource and strategic problem solver.
Proficient with MS Office suite and Adobe Suite
Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Experience
Experience working within the K12 education industry.
Previous experience working with proposal management software (Responsive)
Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.
Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com.
About Cengage
Cengage, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Compensation
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The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.
$67,000.00 - $87,100.00 USD
