Proposal Specialist

Badger Meter Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus Eligible for Annual PayIn

Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dent

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Badger Meter in Milwaukee seeks a Proposal Specialist to ensure accurate information in relation to products, services, and pricing. You will work with the proposal, legal, marketing and sales teams to develop high-quality responses for RFPs.

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in marketing, communications, engineering, sales or business are preferred; APMP certification and proficiency with Adobe Pro, Qvidian, Excel, Word, and Outlook are desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Marketing, Communication, Engineering, Sales, Grant Writing, Education or Business desired
• APMP Certification preferred
• Proficiency with Adobe Pro and Qvidian or similar software required
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines at once

Responsibilities

• Review and respond to RFPs with Lead and Writer to ensure kick-off success
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and legal teams to determine product and service needs for responses
• Oversee material gathering and submission for each RFP including pricing
• Assist with questionnaires on larger RFPs with subject-matter experts when needed
• Lead final submission of proposals and build out responses in response software for smaller RFPs
• Provide review support to ensure high-quality responses and share learnings for future projects
• Support continuous improvement by coordinating feedback with Writers and Associates

Skills

APMP Certification

Collaboration

Communication

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Business/Marketing/Communications/Engineering/related)

Tools

Adobe Pro

Qvidian

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste. Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work don't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation. When you join us, you'll find: Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe. Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential. A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.

What You Will Contribute:

The Proposal Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate information in relation to products, services, and pricing. This role ensures the appropriate items are entered in the response and required documents are gathered. You will work directly with members of the proposal, legal, marketing and sales team to develop high-quality, accurate responses for Request-for-Proposals (RFPs). This position is critical to ensuring Badger Meter presents high quality responses that allow us to win new business and supports the maintenance of established contracts.

Job Duties:

• Review, analyze and understand each request for proposal (RFP) assigned to and partner with the Lead and Writer to ensure effective kick-off of each response.
• Participate in sales meetings and communications to understand and assess the correct product and service needs for the specific response.
• Oversee and manage all material gathering and response submissions for each RFP including pricing.
• On larger RFPs partner with Proposal Lead and Writer to complete questionnaires.
• Take responsibility for final submission of proposals to customers, basic build out in response software in smaller RFP responses, extensions of previous won RFPs, and connecting with subject-matter experts on areas of uncertainty when answering the RFP.
• Assist other Specialists through the review of response questions and use the knowledge of co-workers to ensure the highest quality responses are drafted and submitted.
• Use a continuous improvement mindset to find ways to streamline the team's ability to easily gather data/ Work with the Writer and Associate Writer to ensure this feedback is shared and updated to support future projects.
• Answer requests for questionnaires and for information depending on size and availability.
• Demonstrate clear knowledge of product functionality and value proposition.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, Education, or related field preferred 3+ years of experience in Marketing, Communication, Engineering, Sales, Grant Writing, Education or Business desired.

Desired Qualifications:

• APMP Certification preferred
• Advanced ability to translate RFP materials and manage a list of requirements required
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Pro and Qvidian or a similar software required
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines at once required

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay
• Annual Bonus Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis.
• Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

Equal Employment Mandate:

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Privacy Statement:

The Employee and Applicant Privacy Statement describes how we collect, use, share, retain, and safeguard applicant information. Please see the privacy statement on our website here.

With more than a century of water technology innovation, Badger Meter is a global provider of industry leading water solutions encompassing flow measurement, quality, and other system parameters. These offerings provide our customers with the data and analytics essential to optimize their operations and contribute to the sustainable use and protection of the world's most precious resource.