Proposal Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Analyze customer requests for proposals and information.

• Review and interpret essential RFP requirements, identifying issues or concerns that require resolution before submitting responses.

• Craft persuasive proposal responses that effectively articulate solutions, strategies, and vision, ensuring that the responses reflect the company’s win themes and key differentiators.

• Collaborate with senior management, departmental experts, sales and marketing teams, and proposal leadership to implement revisions and finalize proposals.

• Proofread and conduct quality assurance checks on all documents to ensure compliance with RFP requirements and accurately represent Gainwell’s strategy.

• Partner with the sales organization, subject matter experts (SMEs), and team leadership to meet deadlines for both initial submissions and necessary follow-ups.

• Demonstrate an understanding of business challenges within customer markets and how the company’s technology-enabled business solutions can address those needs.

• Develop proposal attachments, such as forms, report packages, flowcharts, implementation schedules, and sample communication materials as needed.

• Interface and coordinate with finance to confirm pricing for proposals.

• Collaborate with the Production Coordinator to produce printed materials and electronic media.

• Share new or modified responses as they are created and approved to keep the proposal database up to date.

• Support other department staff as necessary based on business needs.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including interviewing capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and perform well under significant pressure.

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for engaging with team members, prospective clients, and diverse audiences.

• Understanding of proposal/project management responsibilities and commitment to achieving all critical deadlines.

• Capability to articulate and present the business value of company solutions.

• Ability to form and maintain formal and informal networks, as well as represent them effectively.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Journalism, or English.

• At least 3 years of experience in proposal or related business writing within a fast-paced, highly strategic, outcomes-oriented environment.

• APMP and PMP certifications are advantageous.

• Experience with Medicaid FFS or State Governments is a plus.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office / Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with Adobe Professional, Visio, Project, and RFPIO/Responsive is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Generous, flexible vacation policy

• 401(k) employer match

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Educational assistance

• Leadership and technical development academies