Collaborative Solutions Looking for Proposal Specialist at Reston, VA  Full Time

Collaborative Solutions is seeking an experienced Proposal Specialist to support the Sales organization and manage the full proposal development process from end-to-end for RFIs, RFPs and unsolicited proposals. This individual should be detail-oriented, flexible, a self-starter, and should enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze RFIs/RFPs and outline and organize proposal/submittal to be responsive to customer requirements, including content, format, forms, and other information.
• Manage multiple RFIs/RFPs simultaneously, while under deadline-driven environment.
• Create assignment plans, develops schedules, and deliverables for proposal efforts.
• Build proposal draft according to the set outline in each RFI/RFP and in alignment with company established style guidelines and messaging.
• Coordinate with various functional groups including sales, delivery, marketing, legal, finance and resource management to develop the main components of the proposal.
• Craft core proposal content by leveraging reusable content.
• Edit proposals for clarity, grammar, accuracy, and consistent voice.
• Drive proposal reviews including determining participants, review timeliness, and integrating appropriate comments/modifications.
• Manage and coordinate publishing efforts with print vendors for hard copy requirements as needed.
• Capture reusable content utilized for proposals and maintain in SharePoint.
• Assist with the development of PowerPoint in preparation for presentations.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in proposal management, preferably in the IT professional services or software industry.
• Experience with State and Local Government RFPs is strongly desired (support preferred for both Government and Commercial).
• Very organized individual with the ability to work in a highly deadline-driven environment with strong time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent project-management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrating flexibility, accountability, initiative, and self-motivation to identify and execute tasks.
• Ability to work closely with project teams with varying work styles and work schedules.
• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills required, SharePoint and Salesforce a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year University or equivalent experience.

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Why Choose Collaborative?

• Unlimited paid time off, including volunteer hours, balance days, flexible work schedules, and options to work remotely or out of one of 5 office locations to cultivate personal and professional balance
• including 401(k) matching program, Medical, Dental, Life, and Vison insurance, and perk benefits such as commuter plans and pet insurance
• Inclusive benefits that support mental health, gender affirmation journeys, caregiving and all paths to parenthood including Carrot Fertility, excellent paid parental leave programs for maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy
• Established Employee Resources Groups (ERG’s) that provide a safe space for employees to build relationships, connect, and develop initiatives to enhance
• Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership through Town Halls, internal newsletters, and monthly small group conversations with a member of the executive team
• Committed to to improve our communities and environmental impact
• Opportunities for learning and development through established corporate programs, on and off-site trainings, and on-demand online learning courses
• A people development focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path

Collaborative’s Travel Approach

• Throughout the pandemic, Collaborative continued to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction in the ecosystem as we worked with our clients to successfully deliver projects remotely
• Because the future is still unknown, some clients will continue to be deployed remotely, while others may desire more face-to face-contact
• We will monitor and adapt as needed, but we do not anticipate travel of more than 25%
• As Balance is a core value at Collaborative, we strive to ensure that Collabies find the right balance in their personal and professional lives, and that includes travel

Who you are:

• You have a Growth Mindset: A belief that abilities can be developed along with a desire to be curious, learn & grow
• You take Initiative: Solve problems by thinking & taking action on solutions rather than waiting for direction
• You take Accountability: Follow through on commitments, take ownership & ensure timeliness
• You Give Back: Leverage your knowledge & expertise to make improvements around you
• You are Resilient: Work through challenges with optimism, agility & adaptability
• You demonstrate Awareness: An ability to understand how your attitudes & actions impact others and adapt your approach accordingly

Collaborative Solutions Covid-19 Vaccine Policy

Collaborative Solutions has implemented an Interim Covid-19 vaccine policy that requires employees who are required or choose to be at an office to be fully vaccinated. Additionally, there may be specific clients who have vaccination policies in place that require only fully-vaccinated individuals to be onsite. At this time, our vaccination policy applies to roles where job duties can only be performed from an office location or require onsite presence as determined by the employee’s manager or client. Anyone unable to be fully vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held religious belief or a medical condition or disability that prevents them from being fully vaccinated, can request a reasonable accommodation.