Proposals Manager

2 weeks, 1 day ago
Full-time
Senior
Technical Writing and Documentation
Zum

Zum

Zum is the industry leader in student transportation, providing safe, reliable, and sustainable solutions for school districts through innovative technology and electric fleets.

Road & Rail
51-250
$201M raised

Description

  • Manage the full proposal lifecycle, including scheduling, resource coordination, input collection, reviews, and submission.
  • Develop proposal response strategies, task lists, timelines, and work plans for case-specific opportunities.
  • Partner with sales to refine proposal strategy and align responses to client needs.
  • Ensure proposals are compliant with RFX requirements, outlines, checklists, and milestones.
  • Create, edit, and finalize proposal materials from first draft through final submission.
  • Oversee production of final proposals, including formatting, technical editing, and reproduction.
  • Maintain consistent product messaging, updated language, and accurate data across proposal materials.
  • Support creation of related sales materials such as presentations, contracts, grants, research studies, white papers, and marketing collateral.
  • Coordinate with the broader proposal team and provide flexible support during busy periods.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience managing the proposal process for K-12 schools, districts, and education agencies.
  • Demonstrated success responding to education or transportation organization RFXs.
  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required.
  • APMP Foundation Certification required; APMP Practitioner Certification preferred.
  • Experience with Deltek (GovWin), GovSpend, Navigator, and RFP Schoolwatch.
  • Experience with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
  • Experience with Google Suite, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Hangouts, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Professional, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously and deliver on time.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction and high visibility.
  • Strong attention to detail and reliable follow-through.

Benefits

  • Targeted US base salary of $95,000 to $125,000.
  • Potential additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Holidays and vacation time.
  • Wellness benefits.
  • Equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policy.

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