RFP/Proposal Writer

Fusion Health is seeking a bright, motivated, and outgoing RFP/ Proposal Writer to join our Business Development team in our Woodbridge, NJ office! This candidate will participate in dynamic and challenging projects to create effective and compelling proposal response strategies with a focus on Procurement, RFP Management, and Proposal Writing. We are looking for an ambitious team player who is target driven and passionate about achieving results.

About Us:

Fusion Health was founded in 2006 and provides HealthTech solutions that proactively manage the quality of life for underserved patients managed by government agencies such as Public Health, Rehabilitation & Corrections. Our mission is to make healthcare software what it should be; efficient, innovative, and reliable.

Fusion Health has been recognized by INC as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States for four consecutive years, #38 in the NY Tri-State area, and #8 in New Jersey. Fusion has also been recognized by Deloitte on its Fast 500 list of fastest-growing technology companies in the United States.

Building a quality team takes a lot of work. Our founder and CEO, Bryan Jakovcic (EY Entrepreneur of the Year) works hand in hand with our Human Resources team and we are searching the globe for the Fusionite of tomorrow. Our team is among some of the brightest and most inspiring in the industry. To boot, they love working at Fusion so much that we have been certified as a Great Place to Work by Fortune!

We pride ourselves on our modern company culture as a vibrant and diverse group. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. Our headquarters is located in Woodbridge, New Jersey, just minutes from several major train stations. Lovingly known as HQ4, it features high-tech open working spaces, multiple meeting areas, café, a gym, and an arcade! Our satellite office locations are also equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and similar amenities. 

A positive culture is a core fundamental at Fusion. While we are looking for the brightest minds around, ideal Fusionites should be strong problem solvers, be able to work independently, have great communication skills, and have a fun/energetic personality.

To date, Fusion has phenomenal retention of our team members. Our fundamental belief is that employee satisfaction is critical to achieving our mission/vision, so we provide competitive compensation, professional development, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive team-based atmosphere. We also provide a full range of health-related benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401K.

We also offer numerous work-life enhancements such as:

• Work From Anywhere (WFA) program (up to 100 days WFA per year)
• 20 PTO Days to start, with an additional PTO day per year for each year you are a Fusionite (up to 30 PTO days max/year)
• Business casual dress code
• Easy-going corporate structure. We hate red tape.
  
• Accessible leadership.
• A REALLY COOL OFFICE (Click for Photos)

Position Description & Responsibilities:

The Business Development team is vital to our organization’s mission and growth. This role will provide assistance with a multitude of projects that will enhance the Business Development team’s success, such as:

• Contribute to the creation and execution of effective sales and marketing strategies for the company with regular guidance from the Business Development
  team.
• Monitor opportunities across multiple platforms such as websites, publications, and paid subscriptions for proposal requests.
• Create accurate and compelling content for RFPs leveraging various forms of corporate marketing collateral.
• Develop and submit proposals in response to specific proposal requests.
• Coordinate and assemble cohesive proposals including technical, contractual, and pricing content, while ensuring timely submission of accurate, high quality proposals.
• Drive compliance of proposal development processes by engaging cross-functional teams to meet interim milestones needed for timely submission of proposals.
• Develop content tailored to various stages of the buying process and personas, and maintain and refine RFP content library.
• Report RFP statistics to EVP of Business Development, and maintain business development data and reporting tools to evaluate performance and organize client and prospective client information
• Craft messages for different formats, including social media, website, events, blog, sales enablement, and demand generation to support campaigns and content strategies.
• Identify market trends and recommendations for improvement.
• Coordinate and submit OPRA/FOIA requests.
• Conduct competitor analysis to identify sell-against strategies.
• Generate leads, assess potential clients, and provide support for one or more major phases of the sales process
• Analyze our products and services and identify opportunities to generate additional revenue
• Develop and deliver key messages to leads and clients by developing marketing materials, presentations, proposals, and more
• Evaluate and improve sales, marketing, and branding strategies
• Perform market and competitor analysis toward obtaining an increased market share

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, Business or equivalent.
• 5 years of overall experience in Proposal Writing and Procurement Management for government / public sector opportunities.
• Must have a proven track record of retaining new business via high RFP/RFI/RFQ win rates.
• APMP Certification highly desirable, or equivalent. 

Desired Experience & Skills

• Must be highly analytical and detail oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to quality.
• A creative thinker and persuasive storyteller.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in Adobe tools required.
• Excellent project coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a rapid-paced environment with the other team members.
• Must be able to utilize previous RFP responses to amend and modify to prepare a response.
• Research-driven, creative thinker that can learn about competition, business processes and potential opportunities or problems facing our industry
• Photoshop, photography, and video skills a plus
• Experience in healthcare technology a plus.
• Clinical experience a plus.

Additional Details:

• This is an on-site, full-time, salaried position located in our Woodbridge, New Jersey headquarters. Our normal hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• This position description is not intended to be exhaustive, and other duties may be assigned as they arise.
• It is not expected that applicants have any familiarity with Fusion’s proprietary applications, Healthcare software, or Corrections/Public Health business processes. Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate related experience and transferable skills that will work well with the Fusion team.
• The internal title for this role is Business Development Specialist
• Fusion is an equal employment opportunity employer.

For Internal Use only: In reference to our Employee Referral Program, this opening is 'Level 4'.