Proposal Development Specialist III

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The Proposal Development Specialist III develops comprehensive and compelling responses to Requests for Information (RFI)/Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with a concentration on large account opportunities. Proposal responses will effectively position, differentiate, and promote Premera’s diverse range of products and services. Responsibilities include all aspects of the proposal delivery from planning, data collection involving cross function collaboration, writing, and delivery. Additionally, the incumbent works with the Manager of Proposal Development to coordinate RFP/RFI proposal creation and process and planning functions within Sales and Marketing; and to ensure alignment of those activities with goals/plans for Mid-Market, Large and National Accounts across all regions.

What you will do:

• Independently plan, write and manage multiple RFP/RFI requests simultaneously under tight timelines, compiling and organizing information from various functional areas to write compelling, comprehensive, and persuasive responses to the requests which speak directly to prospect needs and preferences, proposals consider all written aspects of the response including content, style, consistency, tone, appearance and accuracy.
• Ensure accurate and appropriate responses by working collaboratively with leadership and representatives from multiple functional areas, facilitate cross-functional, cross-regional teams to identify key strategic issues, create solutions and implement actions regarding strategic RFPs/RFIs.
• Work as part of creative team to execute concepts through final product such as final proposal or finalist presentation. Work with Marketing Leadership, General Managers and Executive Management Leadership (EMLT) members to identify key business issues related to requests for information and proposals from employers and brokers.
• Lead RFP efforts to help win new business and retain existing strategic accounts for Premera and its affiliates.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Proposal Development Team on key strategic business units within the company (i.e. products, Operations Health Care Delivery Systems, financial guarantees), stays abreast of program, technical, product and service developments as they occur and share information with other team members.
• Share responsibility as a member of the team for ensuring response data housed in the team database is appropriate, up to date and relevant per each line of business (LOB).
• Consult on, manage, and execute special projects for sales executives that directly relate to sales goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or English or four (4) years’ professional experience in one of the above areas (Required).
• Five (5) years of professional writing experience for marketing, public relations or business communications (Required) to include:
  • Five (5) years of experience in writing responses to RFP/RFI requests or professional business writing.

• A Masters degree
• Five (5) years of experience in healthcare, preferably in health insurance.

Physical Requirements 

• The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without an accommodation:
• This is primarily a sedentary role which requires the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This role requires the ability to communicate clearly and understandably in person, and over the telephone.

Premera total rewards

Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.

• Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.

• Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.

• Generous paid time off to reenergize.

• Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

• Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.

For our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.

• Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.

• Free convenient on-site parking.

• Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.

• Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.

• Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

• Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at careers@premera.com or via phone at 425-918-4785.

Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin.

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

The salary range for this role is posted below; we generally target up to and around the midpoint of the range.

National Salary Range:

National Plus Salary Range:

*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.

We’re happy to discuss compensation further during the interview because we believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for all. We’re committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.