Proposal Specialist
Work Schedule : Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions : Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Office
Job Description :
Purpose : Creates and reviews compelling responses to client requests for information (RFIs) and works with the proposals team in compliance with established best practices. Prepares and reviews text, graphics and data that describe value-added differentiators, creating documents that accurately and consistently position the organization's services, products, and expertise as the optimal choice for project award.
Essential Functions and Other Job Information :
Major Job Responsibilities :
Creates compelling, client-ready text, data, and graphics that effectively address client requests and best position the company as the top choice for client award.
Liaises with subject matter experts to establish project-specific (therapeutic, client, system etc.) context, gather feedback, and refine content.
Evaluates information and final deliverables to ensure response meets client's request and follows up with contributors as needed.
Analyzes documents created across team to ensure a quality standard and compliance with best practices.
Assists in development of library content, developing and maintaining strategic library text, as well as data repositories, that can be used for client responses.
Participates in creation and maintenance of internal intranet pages housing RFI resources and provides technical support on tools used for deliverable development.
Job Knowledge : Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Job Complexity : Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
Supervision Received / Freedom to Act : Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Interactions / Business Relationships : Contacts are primarily internal to the company with infrequent external customer / vendor contact on routine matters. Builds productive internal / external working relationships.
Qualifications : Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification Previous Lab experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years). In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and / or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, technologies, and processes. Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple RFIs simultaneously. Ability to develop and adhere to timelines and deadlines. Market awareness - Up-to-date knowledge of market trends and emerging technologies in the laboratory field.
Management Role : No management responsibility.
Working Conditions and Environment : + Indoor environment + Extended period of computer work + High-paced or high-pressure environment + Repetitive tasks
Physical Requirements :
Sitting : Remaining seated to perform tasks frequently
Repetitive Motions : Performing the same hand, arm, or body movement repeatedly frequently
Talking : Expressing or exchanging information orally frequently
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Proposal Specialist • Wilmington, NC, US