Bids & Proposals Specialist
On-siteIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Manage vendor registrations, conduct initial RFP reviews, and recommend bid/no-bid decisions. Monitor public procurement platforms and funding sources to identify opportunities aligned with PLTW's mission, then lead cross-functional teams to develop and submit high-quality proposals. Coordinate content gathering from internal stakeholders, leverage existing libraries, and support presentations and follow-ups. Track submitted, awarded, and lost proposals to analyze outcomes and improve win rates. Engage with school districts regarding expiring contracts and renewals, while overseeing vendor documentation and regulatory compliance forms. Collaborate with the Research team to identify funding pathways and emerging trends. Maintain occasional on-site presence and provide back-up support for organizational logistics.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Bids and Proposal experience
- Occasional travel
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Ability to occasionally position self to move objects weighing 10-15 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Customer-centric approach to all internal and external interactions
- Seeks and embraces diversity of thought, culture, and experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build and nurture relationships
- Superior organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with a hands-on approach and minimal supervision
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to work independently, resourcefully seek answers, and remove obstacles
- Results oriented with the ability to consistently meet deadlines
- Accountable and takes ownership
- Complex problem-solving and analytical skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Ability to think and act strategically
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