Commercial Operations Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and manage the complete proposal process for NAM opportunities, from initial intake to final submission.

• Collaborate with Sales, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Delivery teams to outline the scope, confirm feasibility, and create RFQs, RFPs, quotations, and Statements of Work.

• Organize proposal contributions, including methodology, assumptions, pricing support, and necessary documentation.

• Oversee timelines, dependencies, risks, and internal review cycles to guarantee timely, accurate, and high-caliber submissions.

• Keep precise records of opportunity, proposal, and project data within CRM and other relevant systems.

• Ensure document control, version management, and audit-ready records across proposal repositories and workflow tools.

• Monitor proposal activities, deadlines, approvals, and critical status updates.

• Update and enhance proposal templates, content libraries, boilerplate language, and standard phrases.

• Utilize AI and other technologies to optimize the proposal development process.

• Assist with win/loss evaluations and integrate lessons learned into future submissions.

• Facilitate the adoption of proposal tools, standard procedures, and best practices.

• Contribute to additional commercial, operational, and business priorities as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems), Business, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of experience in proposals, tendering, project coordination, or commercial operations.

• Proven experience in supporting RFQs, RFPs, Statements of Work, and pricing structures.

• Capability to convert technical concepts into clear, concise business language.

• Proficient with CRM, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience in managing stakeholders across Sales, Engineering, and Delivery teams.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality.

• High level of ownership and the ability to function effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced settings.

• Capacity to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Effective collaboration within a matrixed, cross-functional organization.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Experience in developing techno-commercial proposals for consulting firms, especially in the power sector, is preferred.

• Background in energy, engineering, industrial, consulting, or technical services environments is preferred.

• Lean or continuous improvement experience is a plus.

• Interest in exploring and utilizing AI tools to enhance proposal quality, consistency, and turnaround time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Professional development.

• Competitive compensation.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Health Coach access.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.

• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.