Temporary Bid Proposals Specialist, KMGH - Hybrid (Engineering)
Are you a strategic thinker with a talent for crafting winning proposals? KMGH in Denver is seeking a Temporary Bid Proposal Specialist to lead our new business proposal process. In this role, you'll identify new business opportunities and develop compelling proposals that showcase our solutions and capabilities. Your expertise will directly impact our organization's growth and success in securing valuable new business contracts.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Serve as project lead and main point of contact for RFP submissions, managing the overall process
- Stay current on client needs and business evolution to maximize client satisfaction
- Understand and adopt the Scripps Sales Process to develop solutions meeting bid requirements
- Ensure proposal responses address all business requirements, challenges, and requested formatting
- Establish efficient cross-functional processes for proposal responses, including routing approvals across teams
- Identify and develop relationships with clients to build rapport before and after awarded business
- Assist in evolving our tech stack to drive scalability and capability to respond to more business
- Maintain current knowledge of products and services across all platforms
- Proactively engage Sales Managers in proposal submissions to maximize opportunities and strategic partnerships
- Track and measure progress on all submissions and addendums, keeping sales staff informed
- Collaborate with Sales staff and management to determine optimal product mix meeting client KPIs and goals
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred
- Proven history of successfully securing new advertising/marketing business preferred
- Experience in RFP procurement software preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Knowledge of AI and data analysis techniques to drive efficiencies and identify high-value opportunities
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Strong proposal writing and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to streamline proposal processes and automate workflows
- Excellent customer service skills
- "Consultative" client management approach
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Excellent time management, prioritizing, and multitasking skills
- High attention to detail
- Calm under pressure
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Understanding of web technologies
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Denver, Colorado offers an exceptional quality of life with its stunning Rocky Mountain backdrop and 300+ days of sunshine annually. The city boasts a thriving cultural scene with world-class museums, diverse dining options, and professional sports teams including the Broncos, Nuggets, Avalanche, and Rockies. Outdoor enthusiasts will find paradise with easy access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and snowboarding just a short drive away. Denver's vibrant neighborhoods each have their own unique character, from the historic charm of LoDo to the artistic RiNo district. With a strong economy, excellent public transportation, and a reputation as one of America's most livable cities, Denver combines urban amenities with natural beauty for an unmatched lifestyle.
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COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $72,000.00 - $78,000.00
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
A career path to grow your professional experiences
Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
Retirement savings plan with company match
Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
