Proposal Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Proposal Specialist developing accurate, compelling proposals and RFI responses for Thermo Fisher Scientific. Collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with client needs and organizational strengths.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing client-ready RFI responses and proposal content that effectively communicates organizational strengths and value propositions. Proficient in managing timelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and applying branding and quality standards to deliver high-quality proposals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proposal DevelopmentRFI Response ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Proposal ManagementDocument FormattingContent DevelopmentClient Requirement AnalysisQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical MindsetCollaborationAttention to DetailTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointProposal Management ToolsContent Libraries

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Business DevelopmentSales OperationsClient InquiriesContinuous ImprovementKnowledge Sharing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop accurate, compelling, and client-ready responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and related client inquiries
Contribute to the organization’s business development efforts by crafting high-quality proposal content that communicates the company’s capabilities, differentiators, and value propositions
Work collaboratively with subject matter experts (SMEs), business development, operations, and leadership teams to ensure all responses reflect organizational strengths, comply with internal standards, and align with client requirements
Create and deliver clear, persuasive, and accurate RFI responses, ensuring alignment with company positioning and client needs
Partner with SMEs and internal stakeholders to collect technical, operational, and business information to support proposal development
Analyze client RFI requirements and translate them into well-structured, tailored responses
Manage timelines and coordinate cross-functional input to ensure timely completion of deliverables
Support the development and maintenance of RFI content repositories, templates, and libraries for consistent reuse
Apply branding, style, and quality standards to ensure consistency and professionalism across all deliverables
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline RFI response processes and enhance content quality
Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing efforts by updating standard responses and assisting in training team members on RFI processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into client-friendly language
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and quality, with demonstrated experience in document formatting and consistency
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with proposal management tools or content libraries
Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with diverse teams and SMEs
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret client requests and tailor responses accordingly
Familiarity with business development or sales operations processes preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off