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Proposal Specialist

KION GroupGrand Rapids, MI

$96,000 - $140,800 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$96,000-$140,800/year
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

Dematic is seeking a Proposal Specialist to join our Business Solutions team. In this role, you will lead the creation of clear, persuasive, and high-quality technical and contractual sales proposals that help build winning customer solutions. You will work with different departments to turn complex information into polished, customer-facing documents that promote business growth and demonstrate a high level of quality. The ideal candidate is a skilled writer, editor, and coordinator who enjoys building relationships, works well in groups, and partners with various collaborators to produce outstanding work.

Why Join Dematic

At Dematic, you will take a prominent part in crafting customer proposals that drive business growth and help deliver winning solutions. This is an opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to high-impact pursuits, and help elevate the quality and efficiency of our proposal process. This role is well suited for a professional who values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We offer:

What We Offer:

  • Career Development

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay Transparency

  • Global Opportunities

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $96,000 - $140,800 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What You Will Do In This Role:

  • Take charge of preparing formal, high-quality proposals to support the Business Solutions team and customer opportunities.

  • Coordinate, write, and edit proposal content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to technical, contractual, and quality standards.

  • Integrate opportunity-specific input from multiple business team contributors into cohesive, customer-ready proposal documents.

  • Convert intricate technical details into clear, straightforward language suitable for diverse audiences.

  • Apply established procedures, standards, styles, and templates to ensure a consistent documentation approach and professional presentation.

  • Manage schedules, tasks, and changing requirements with flexibility, responsiveness, and strong attention to detail.

  • Work alongside sales and business teams to aid in the formulation of sales offers consistent with company aims.

  • Respond to sales inquiries and proposal requests in a timely and professional manner.

  • Support the submission of company proposal documents and help ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

  • Support continuous improvement of proposal templates, content, and processes to improve consistency, efficiency, and overall quality.

  • Act as an expert resource for technical and contractual proposal content and language.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an advanced degree or equivalent experience, with certification required in some areas as applicable.

  • Typically, at least five years of successful experience in proposal writing or a related field, with demonstrated success performing responsibilities aligned to this role.

  • Proven ability to develop, coordinate, and refine professional proposals or similar customer-facing documentation in a technical or business environment.

  • Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Ability to grasp intricate technical details and transform them into clear, practical content.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize various tasks in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, along with the capacity to rapidly adapt to new software applications.

  • Experience working across teams and partnering with a range of contributors to ensure proposal accuracy and quality.

  • A proactive, diligent outlook with a dedication to continuous improvement and documentation excellence.

  • Experience working in a multi-facility or international organization.

  • Demonstrated success in a diverse, multicultural, fast-paced corporate environment.

  • Knowledge of material handling systems, including equipment and software used in manufacturing or warehouse environments, is helpful but not required.

  • Travel up to 5%.

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FAQs About Proposal Specialist Jobs at KION Group

What is the work location for this position at KION Group?
This job at KION Group is located in Grand Rapids, MI, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at KION Group?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $96,000 and $140,800 per year.
What employment applies to this position at KION Group?
KION Group lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at KION Group?
KION Group is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by KION Group for this role?
KION Group offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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