Develops and manages proposal and bid activities (valued at $500K-$1M+), including maintaining schedules, coordinating inputs and reviews, and ensuring bid strategy implementation.
Project manages RFP/RFI/RFQ opportunities, as well as current contract renewals and expansion requests using defined processes.
Works with division subject matter experts to formulate proposals for strategic priorities.
Conducts research and interviews Operations, Technology, and others to compose appropriate and effective copy for individual proposals and bid materials.
Reviews and edits written materials to ensure quality and consistency.
Travels to client sites nationwide to present Canon's value proposition and work with the project team to secure new business.
Meets established deadlines for all proposals.
Has a clear understanding of division's and client's objectives, observing and absorbing market knowledge and trends.
Leads Capture Planning projects that define winning strategies oriented towards capturing specific business opportunities.
Formulates and documents thoughtful solutions that addresses complex customer requirements and needs.
Partners with key teams such as Pricing, Operations and Sales to obtain crucial data required for solution design and documentation.
Maintains and updates Capabilities Presentations.
Develops customized client presentations, travels to client locations, and presents division's business development strategies to prospects.
Attends industry workshops and trainings to encourage innovation and maintain consistent understanding across bid and proposal best practices.
Ensures that proposal messaging is consistent with division's communications strategy.
Creates and maintains the Strategy's knowledge databases.
Uses organization, writing and information design skills to increase the business strategy to communicate the Company's value.
Creates and maintains proposal content, infographics, and a Win Theme Library.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 3 to 5 years of related experience.
Degree in Communications, Journalism or Marketing related subject preferred.
Experience in proposal management or directly related fields such as sales support, marketing, journalism or communications.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Must be a proficient, persuasive writer.
Experience creating graphics and formatting documents.
Strong research & analytical skills are required.
Attention to detail balanced by an equally strong view of the larger goal.
Must have professional image and polished presentation skills.
Must be able to work equally well independently and as part of a greater team.
Project management skills required.
Ability to interface and negotiate with senior executives.
Strong leadership, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated success in writing and managing proposals.
Show good judgment and escalate problems when necessary.
Must be meticulous, collaborative, a quick learner, and a multi-tasker, who is passionate about communications.
Must be skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Visio).
Experience with Adobe and proposal management software is a plus.
Must be able to travel to client sites, including overnights approx. 10% of time (valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary).
May be required to work non-standard hours due to client deadlines.
APMP or PMP certification is a plus.
Requires printing and packaging client-facing deliverables in a local Canon office. Must be able to lift and move boxes/packages weighing less than 15 lbs.

Benefits

Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
“Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else
Competitive compensation and benefits
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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Certifications

APMPPMP