RFP Subject Matter Expert

Job Description

Job Description

RFP Subject Matter Expert

Location: Portsmouth, NH

Onsite Flexibility: Remote

Job Details

• Position Type: Direct Placement
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

GTT is seeking a highly experienced and skilled RFP Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead and manage end-to-end proposal development processes within the staffing industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and other competitive proposals, demonstrating a deep understanding of the staffing industry, compliance requirements, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

RFP Management

• Lead the entire lifecycle of RFP responses, including review, analysis, and preparation of compliant, compelling, and tailored proposals.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as sales, operations, and subject matter experts, to gather required content.

Proposal Development

• Develop and write customized, high-quality content for proposals aligned with client requirements.
• Ensure all deliverables meet deadlines, quality standards, and proposal compliance guidelines.
• Create templates, boilerplates, and reusable content for future RFPs.

Strategic Contribution

• Partner with leadership to define and implement proposal strategies, win themes, and value propositions.
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to tailor proposals for maximum impact.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for proposal-related communication and coordination.
• Facilitate kick-off meetings, progress reviews, and final approval meetings.
• Manage multiple stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity throughout the process.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct thorough reviews of proposals to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to client requirements.
• Implement lessons learned to continuously improve proposal development processes and outcomes.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field (preferred).

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in end-to-end proposal management within the staffing industry.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of staffing services, industry trends, and workforce solutions.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple RFPs simultaneously.
• Superior writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proposal management tools.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret RFP requirements and align with organizational capabilities.
• Attention to detail, time management, and ability to meet tight deadlines in high-pressure environments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with large enterprise clients or government RFPs in the staffing industry.
• Familiarity with ATS/CRM systems commonly used in the staffing sector.
• APMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This IT staffing and workforce solutions organization connects top technical and professional talent with leading organizations across North America, with a particular focus on enterprise and government markets. Employing experienced recruiters, proposal specialists, sales professionals, and operations staff, the firm supports clients across a broad range of industries including banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, and utilities. As a minority-owned firm and multi-year award winner in the staffing industry, it operates with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and delivering high-quality workforce solutions at scale.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-13245

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