Proposal Specialist, Sr. Job in Morris Plains 07950, New Jersey Us
Fiserv
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Senior Proposal Specialist will coordinate the activities in the proposal and RFP response process for Card Services customers and prospects. This position will have input to developing the strategy for and authoring key sections of proposals. Working with one or more RFP specialists, the Senior Proposal Specialist will be responsible for delivering large to highly complex proposals in accordance with the schedule and in support of the sales strategy. The Senior Proposal Specialist may be called upon to help define pursuit response strategy and positioning, in preparation for proposal development.
RESPONSIBILITES:
· Coordinate assigned proposals through each stage of the proposal development life cycle from establishing the proposal schedule, preparing and conducting kickoff meetings, developing story boards, conducting review sessions, writing proposal content, and coordinating production and delivery of the final proposal.
· Enforce and improve upon RFP and proposal response process to increase efficiency and win-rate.
· Working closely with business area Subject Matter Expert, coordinates RFP responses for all Card Services solutions, including Debit Processing, Credit Processing, ATM/POS networks, Risk Management and Rewards.
· Coordinate RFP and proposal responses with other Fiserv business units according to the One-Fiserv business strategy.
· Edit and proof proposal content, consolidating, rationalizing and incorporating Subject Matter Expert/technical expert edits, and ensuring proper grammar and positioning.
· Responsible for timeliness, compliance and overall quality of all RFP responses and proposals delivered under his/her leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
· 7 years of related experience, including 3+ years experience facilitating RFP proposal development life cycle.
· Proven successful experience in managing complex proposals.
· Strong professional communication skills, written and verbal, and the ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff
· Strong organization skills with the ability to balance multiple projects and coordinate the team’s workload while meeting deadlines.
· Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
· Proficient with MS Office Suite, RFP related system (RFP Machine/Sant Suite 9.0) experience strongly preferred.
· The ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional week nights/weekends.
· Team player who is able to exemplify and champion Fiserv values.
Fiserv, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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