Presales Specialist / Proposal Coordinator

Job Description

Experience Level: Entry-level, Recent MBA Graduate Preferred

Job Overview:

Working closely with our leadership team, the Presales Specialist will play a key role in articulating our value propositions to potential clients, ensuring each presentation and proposal aligns with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposal Development: Craft customized, compelling proposals for potential clients by understanding project requirements and tailoring solutions to meet their needs.
• Presentation Creation: Design and develop visually engaging PowerPoint presentations and other materials that clearly communicate our solutions, services, and value.
• Market Research: Conduct market analysis to gather insights on client needs, competitor offerings, and industry trends to ensure our proposals are competitive and aligned with best practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the business development team and subject matter experts to gather input and ensure proposals and presentations are accurate, informative, and professionally presented.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement best practices for proposal development and presentation, striving to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the presales process.

Qualifications:

• Education: Recent MBA graduate or equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (particularly PowerPoint) and strong graphic design skills are highly desired. Familiarity with proposal tools like Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat is a plus.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and professionally.
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet tight deadlines.
• Interpersonal Skills: A collaborative team player who can build relationships across departments and work effectively with others to gather information and refine proposals.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience: Prior experience in sales, marketing, or business development (such as an internship or relevant coursework) is advantageous but not required.
• Motivation: Self-driven and adaptable, with a proactive approach to improving the quality and efficiency of presentations and proposals.

What We Offer:

• Learning Opportunities: Develop key skills in sales strategy, proposal development, and presentation design with guidance from experienced leaders.
• Career Growth: An opportunity to grow within a supportive team, with potential to advance based on performance.
• Work Environment: A collaborative, innovative environment that values creative ideas and solutions.