Proposal Specialist
Haarslev is an innovative company that provides powerful processing solutions engineered to benefit the global environment. We apply many different technologies to help and enable our customers to create a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future. As part of this remarkable journey, we are looking for a Proposal Specialist.
The job
The Proposal Specialist plays a crucial role in the development and submission of proposals in response to requests from potential customers or funding agencies. This role involves collaborating with various departments to gather necessary information, writing, editing, and formatting proposal content, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and managing the proposal process from inception to submission.
You will report to the Director of Project Management and Engineering and be a part of the Project Management and Engineering team in North America.
Responsibilities
- Proposal Development:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and insights necessary for proposal development.
- Write, edit, and format proposal content in accordance with requirements and guidelines.
- Develop compelling narratives, value propositions, and solution outlines to effectively communicate the organization's offerings.
- Proposal Management:
- Lead the proposal process from initiation to submission, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Coordinate with subject matter experts to review and refine proposal content.
- Manage proposal documents and version control to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure proposals meet all requirements outlined in requests for proposals (RFPs) or solicitations.
- Conduct thorough reviews of proposals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Perform quality assurance checks to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies.
- Knowledge Management:
- Maintain a repository of proposal content, templates, and best practices for future reference.
- Continuously update and improve proposal materials based on feedback and lessons learned.
- Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, including sales, marketing, engineering, product development, project management, and finance teams.
- Communicate effectively with external partners, clients, or customers as needed during the proposal process.
What we want from you
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree welcomed).
- 4-5 years’ experience in proposal development, preferably in a business-to-business (B2B) or government contracting environment.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with proposal management tools
- Knowledge of sales and marketing principles, as well as proposal terminology and standards.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Additional Requirements:
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet proposal deadlines.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings or industry events (if applicable).
Why Haarslev?
Join us and enjoy:
- Growth Opportunities: Chart your own professional and personal growth path in this brand-new position.
- Influence Matters: Have a say in developing your role because you're not just an employee; you're a crucial part of our journey.
- Global Team Dynamics: Work with a skilled, international team dedicated to creating a better tomorrow.
- Open Culture: Experience a supportive company culture that values your ideas and contributions.
- Work/Life Balance: We believe in a healthy work/life balance, allowing you to thrive in and out of the workplace. If your role permits, embrace the flexibility to work from home when needed.
Application
If you think this sounds like a good match, and you‘re interested in joining one of the leading processing technology companies in the world, please apply below. We do not accept applications via e-mail – you must use the online form to submit your application.
Haarslev encourages anyone interested and suitably qualified to apply for this position.
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- Lenexa, North America
- Yearly salary
- $85,000 - $100,000
Lenexa, North America
About HAARSLEV
The global population continues to rise and the world’s supply of vital proteins, minerals, fuel and other essentials are increasingly under pressure. Making more efficient use of these limited resources is crucial for our shared future.
Although not familiar to the general public, “rendering” and related processes are essential in squeezing more nutrition and other value out of the resources the world has at hand.
Instead of simply discarding and throwing away the many kinds of leftovers and residue from processing different kinds of meat, poultry and fish, Haarslev processing technology breaks this potentially valuable material down into its many constituent parts – including proteins, minerals, ingredients and fuels we can use. These often have value, as well as considerable potential for new product streams and new revenue.
Haarslev helps make this all happen, by providing the specialist knowhow and equipment needed to make sure rendering is a safe, healthy and financially viable activity. Which is why Haarslev is the world’s no. 1 provider of rendering and related processing solutions.
Proposal Specialist
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