What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Writer position at FedEx?
About FedEx Supply Chain
FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), is a leader in the third-party logistics industry offering a diverse service portfolio that enables commerce for businesses. With a proven track record of innovation and operational excellence, FedEx Supply Chain takes a consultative approach to optimize logistics processes, implement innovative technology and drive continuous improvement. By leveraging best practices and the world-renowned FedEx network, FedEx Supply Chain delivers leading solutions that provide flexibility, enable scalability and improve cost-effectiveness for customers. Through more than 11,000 employees, 130 operations and 35 million square feet of warehouse space, FedEx Supply Chain manages nearly 150 million packages and processes 358 million returns each year. For more information, go to supplychain.fedex.com.
We Have….
- A strong FedEx brand consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers.
- A top notch leadership team with the experience needed to grow and develop your career.
- An open mind for new ideas and creative methods.
- A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and much more!
General Summary….
The Proposal Writer is focused on development of proposal content, co-ordination of proposal activity and development and control of supporting collateral. Working with the designated Sales and Solutions leads, any selected partners and the Company internal teams, you will ensure all required content and documentation are contained in the final response. You will co-ordinate input of materials from various support functions to achieve the agreed to response date. You will attend proposal status meetings where you will communicate progress of activity within your span of control.
This position will be responsible for…..
- Developing proposal responses for business opportunities and respond to RFP’s.
- Developing all presentations with the sales team, operations field team, and senior management.
- Administrator of Loopio managing users, categories, approving overall content.
- Provide training and support to other business unit users of Loopio.
- Updating content in the Loopio Proposal Database.
- Proofreading, editing and rewriting all sections of the proposal to ensure accurate and timely completion of all proposals.
- Responsible for maintaining core content, as approved by Legal, consistent with FedEx rebranding for inclusion in proposal responses.
- Maintain open communications with Loopio developers to encourage application enhancements and manage systems malfunctions in a timely manner in order to improve resource efficiency.
- Work in collaboration with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) to identify and facilitate additional process and resource efficiencies.
- Researching and writing standard and customized proposals with integrated services.
- Project management of internal and external resources.
- Coordinating the flow of information from various department contributors to ensure that all deadlines are met.
- Attending strategy, status and follow-up meetings on proposals; actively contributing to these meetings.
- Working closely with the sales team and senior management to develop responses that convey a custom proposal strategy and message.
- Performing all other duties as requested.
You might be a great fit if….
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field preferred and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
- In lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED and 4-6 years of relevant experience.
- Proven analytical and planning skills.
- Superb writing skills, with a demonstrated history of excellence and a portfolio of published work.
- Excellent editing and proofreading skills.
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to learn and create engaging content about our company, industry, products, programs and services.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Project.
- Highly customer-focused with demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
With or without accommodation:
- Ability to follow policies and procedures.
- Ability to read, write and interpret information.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
- Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- Ability to sit/walk/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
ADA – FedEx Supply Chain will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the subsequent application process.
Fed Ex Supply Chain is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Job ID: 27747
Schedule: Full-time
