Proposal Writer

Health Care Service Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) seeks a detail-oriented Proposal Manager to lead complex RFP responses for large national employer groups. You will write, edit, and package proposals to meet stringent deadlines, collaborating with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams across the organization.

You will manage multiple RFPs end-to-end, ensure alignment with client requirements, and support the sales cycle with proposal-ready materials while staying current with products and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field; 3 years of proposal management experience or 7 years of proposal writing experience.
• Experience leading complex RFPs for large national employer groups.
• Proficient at quickly reviewing solicitations and extracting pertinent information.
• Experience supporting highly customized proposal responses tailored to the client.
• Strong written/verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to autonomously lead the proposal process from start to finish while managing multiple RFPs.
• PC skills and experience in Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, organize, and package responses to RFPs to meet client requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate meetings and involve key stakeholders; manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Support sales and account management with product/process/policy questions.
• Stay current with program, product, and service changes; provide proposal-ready materials.
• Interact with internal teams from technical staff to executives to gather information.

Skills

Proposal management

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

This position is responsible for writing and leading the activities associated with complex Request for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring the highest quality of service is provided while remaining consistent with the Company’s policies, procedures and philosophies – all under strict deadlines. Participate in the activities involved in the resolution of issues or concerns associated with the RFP process, ensuring follow-through to resolution. Coordinate assigned projects independently and with strict adherence to detailed customer specifications. Assist internal departments in creating additional documents, including pricing proposals, standard program proposals and ad hoc documents, when needed, to support the sales cycle. Support the Proposal Content Administrator in developing and maintaining proposal-ready response information and materials to utilize as a reference tool to complete future proposals or internal requests.

• Write, edit, organize, and package responses to Requests for Proposal, in compliance with detailed client requirements on stringent deadlines to ensure Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s qualification in bid process.
• Support sales and account management staff with questions regarding our products, processes, and administrative policies.
• Keep abreast of program, technical, product, and service enhancements or changes as they occur.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work with little supervision as well as know when to request supervision or assistance when necessary to meet deadlines.
• Communicate with Subject Matter Experts to answer specific client questions and record new information in proposals accurately.
• Interact with a variety of people in all areas of the organization, from technical staff to executive staff.
• Coordinate all kick-off proposal meetings to ensure all key players participate and understand their roles and responsibilities during the proposal process.
• Have the ability to work independently as well as work in a team atmosphere.
• Communicate effectively on unfamiliar topics to elicit technical and program information necessary to answer client questions

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field and 3 years of proposal management experience specifically in the national/major or public sector OR 7 years of proposal writing experience
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex RFPs for large, national employer groups.
• Must be proficient in quickly reviewing and analyzing proposal solicitations and related documents to pull out all pertinent information
• Demonstrated experience supporting highly customized proposal responses tailored to the client.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) with ability to interface and work effectively as part of a team and cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated ability to autonomously lead the proposal process from beginning to end, while working multiple RFPs/projects simultaneously
• PC skills and experience in Microsoft products.

• Verbal and written communication skills to complete Response for Proposals, coordinate activities with many departments, and incorporate layman terms in the proposal.
• Demonstrated project management, organizing, planning and scheduling.
• Demonstrated creative and business writing skills.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience and skills with proposal automation software such as Qorus, Responsive or Qvidian.
• Proposal writing experience in the commercial, healthcare industry.

Compensation: $55,900.00 - $123,500.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.