Proposal Writer II

Overview

The Proposal Writer collaborates with proposal managers, editors, graphic designers, and various Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather data and contribute written content in support of business proposal efforts. The content's objective is to clearly and directly communicate Brightstar's solutions' features, benefits, and differentiators to customers.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand all Request for Proposal (RFP) materials.
• Meet with Account Teams and SMEs to understand requirements and solutions.
• Gather data and information from sources across the company to leverage existing content and synthesize new content in the development of RFP responses.
• Incorporate feedback from Account Teams for revisions to content.
• Research and write sections for RFx geared toward obtaining new business and retaining existing business.
• Grow and evolve knowledge of technical concentrations and maintain content in those areas.
• Maintain and grow working relationships with SMEs in service of ongoing content collaboration with them, eventually becoming an internal SME for the department in your assigned topics.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with all members of Business Proposals team.
• Confidently speak to written content in review meetings, questions, and record feedback.
• Produce work that adheres to RFP requirements, department standards, and conventions.
• Manage multiple priorities at once, tracking and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with individuals across diverse professional backgrounds.
• Proactively seek clarity by asking thoughtful questions to deepen understanding of topics.

Qualifications

• BA/BS, preferably in a major such as Writing, Journalism, Communications, English, or similar.
• Candidates with equivalent job experience may also be considered.
• 2-5 years of experience in a related or transferrable field.
• Knowledge of the lottery industry (preferred).

Success Profile

• Leading Complexity
• Leading People
• Leading the Business
• Leading Self

At Brightstar

• Compensation varies based on background, skills, experience, and work location.
• The estimated starting compensation range is $55,631 - $98,467.
• Compliance with local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
• Total Rewards program includes base pay, sales commissions, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.