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Canvas Inc. Proposal Coordinator in Huntsville, Alabama
Job Title: Proposal Coordinator
Location: Huntsville, AL
Why We Want You
Canvas is currently seeking a Proposal Coordinator to support our Business Development Team at our corporate office in downtown Huntsville. Must have experience developing and coordinating compliant and compelling federal proposals. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing the overall proposal development process in response to new business opportunities.
What You Do
Responsible for writing and coordinating the activities of proposal development and assisting teammates to respond to data calls and produce high-quality winning proposals.
Coordinate with Business Development Team to develop and articulate technical and management solutions for proposals, white papers, presentations, and other business materials.
Manage all aspects of proposal development (proposal writing, editing, illustration, production efforts, etc.) from assignment and receipt of RFP, through delivery and receipt by the customer.
Identify and secure the resources necessary to develop the proposal. Analyze solicitation documents (RFI, RFP, RFQ, etc.) in conjunction with other customer requirements and communications and determine final document structure.
Prepare detailed proposal plans, outlines, templates, and compliance matrix for assigned pursuits. Develop and manage a proposal schedule. Track status and ensure established deliverables and deadlines are met.
Coordinate and lead major proposal events, such as Strategy Meetings, Kick-off Meetings, Color Team reviews, etc. Arrange for facilities, communicate with participants, and prepare necessary materials.
Assist with leading effective storyboarding and development of strategic win themes and discriminators.
Develop targeted questions and interview technical and program management staff to extract critical information necessary to develop technical and managerial solutions.
Provide detailed guidance to proposal writers/contributors/subcontractors. Manage writing assignments and receipt of all proposal materials with authors and teaming partners in accordance with the proposal timelines.
What You Bring
Experience writing proposals in the defense sector
BS/BA in related field and 3+ years or more of related experience
Experience with MS Office business applications
Proposal leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team, effectively resolve conflict, and vector appropriate resources to maximize proposal development
Exceptional people skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with ability to work with little direction and handle multiple tasks
Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends as required
Ability to remain upbeat and positive with high-pressure deadlines
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if necessary
US Citizenship Required
Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if necessary
About Us
Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.
Benefits of Working with Canvas
To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:
Competitive Wages*
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
Discretionary performance-based bonuses
And many more!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.
Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to talent@canvas-inc.com (teamtalent@canvas-inc.com) .
Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis. Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email talent@canvas-inc.com (teamtalent@canvas-inc.com) with questions.
For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.
If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.