We are seeking a Proposal Specialist to join the Proposal Factory team. As an individual contributor, you will be responsible for managing the entire proposal lifecycle, from initial request through to submission, using Generative AI to optimize and accelerate the proposal creation process. You’ll collaborate closely with sales, solutioning, and delivery teams, ensuring all proposals are strategically aligned with Blue Yonder’s offerings and customer needs. This role will empower you to leverage technology to enhance the efficiency and quality of proposal submissions, driving business growth and client satisfaction.
What You’ll Do
Proposal Development with Generative AI
: Independently lead the creation of high-quality, customized proposals by leveraging
Generative AI
to automate content generation and personalize proposals at scale.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
: Collaborate with internal teams, including Inside Sales, Solution Engineering, Marketing and Services, to gather inputs and ensure proposals are accurate and tailored to client needs.
Proposal Strategy
: Design and implement effective proposal strategies, leveraging
AI tools
to ensure the most strategic and compelling solutions are presented to clients.
Process Optimization & Automation
: Use
Generative AI
to streamline the proposal creation process, reducing manual effort and proposal turnaround time.
Proposal Content Management
: Independently maintain a dynamic content library and ensure all proposal content is aligned with Blue Yonder’s positioning and messaging.
Quality Assurance
: Review and refine proposals using AI-enhanced tools to ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with client needs.
Proposal Coordination
: Manage the overall proposal timeline, ensuring proposals are submitted on time and meet high-quality standards.
Analytics & Reporting
: Track proposal performance using AI-driven insights and adjust strategies based on win rates, client feedback, and success metrics.
Training & Best Practices
: Serve as a subject matter expert on proposal best practices, training teams on how to leverage
Generative AI
for enhanced proposal development.
What We Are Looking For
3+ years of experience
in proposal management, bid management, or similar roles, ideally within the technology or software industry.
Proven experience with
proposal writing
, RFP/RFI processes, and integrating
Generative AI
tools into these processes.
Excellent
written communication
skills, with the ability to articulate technical solutions clearly and persuasively using AI-powered tools.
Familiarity with
CRM tools
(e.g., Salesforce) and proposal management software (e.g., RFPIO, PandaDoc).
Proficiency in utilizing
AI-driven tools
(such as OpenAI, GPT models, or other generative platforms) for content creation, customization, and proposal automation.
Strong
project management skills
, with the ability to independently handle multiple proposals and ensure timely delivery.
Detail-oriented, with a focus on
quality assurance
and maintaining consistency across proposals.
Fluency in English
is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Preferred Experience
Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
Experience in
SaaS or supply chain software
industries is a plus.
Exposure to
sales enablement
,
account-based marketing (ABM)
strategies, or
services sales
is desirable.
Understanding of
AI-enhanced proposal tools
and how they can improve both quality and speed in proposal generation.
What You’ll Gain:
High-visibility role
with direct exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Opportunity to
revolutionize the proposal development process
using cutting-edge AI technology.
A
collaborative, dynamic environment
where innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth are encouraged.
The ability to make a significant impact on proposal quality, win rates, and client engagement.
Our Values
If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here:
Core Values
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
