Proposal Writer

Proposal Writer Location: Clifton, NJ Department: Sales Operations / Business Development Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Proposal Writer to lead the development of compelling, accurate, and persuasive responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), questionnaires, and other client-facing documents.

This role plays a critical part in supporting sales growth by translating complex business, clinical, and operational information into winning proposals. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with exceptional project management skills who can collaborate across multiple departments, manage competing deadlines, and produce high-quality submissions that effectively communicate our value proposition.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end development and submission of RFPs, RFIs, , and other proposal-related documents. Partner with Sales, Clinical, Operations, Account Management, Compliance, and Leadership teams to gather and translate information into compelling responses. Craft, edit, and customize proposal content to align with client requirements and organizational objectives.

Manage proposal timelines, assign deliverables, and ensure all submissions are completed accurately and on schedule. Maintain and continuously improve the proposal content library, knowledge base, and standard response templates. Conduct peer reviews and quality assurance reviews to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance.

Analyze proposal requirements and identify potential risks, gaps, and opportunities for differentiation. Support government programs, public sector, and commercial proposal opportunities. Monitor industry trends, competitor positioning, and best practices to strengthen proposal strategy. Assist with, executive summaries, and client-facing documentation as needed.

Train and support team members on proposal processes and best practices.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, , or a related field. 3+ years of proposal writing, RFP management, technical writing, or related experience. Exceptional written, editing, proofreading, and communication skills. Strong project management and organizational abilities. Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. Preferred Experience within healthcare, vision benefit , insurance, managed care, consulting, or employee benefits industries. Experience responding to complex public-sector or government procurements. Familiarity with proposal management software and content management systems.

Why Join Us? This is a highly visible role that directly contributes to organizational growth and client acquisition. The Proposal Writer will work closely with leaders across the organization and have a meaningful impact on business development efforts, process improvement initiatives, and overall proposal strategy.