Proposal Coordinator - Lincoln, NE

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Proposal Coordinator

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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

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Position Locations

Lincoln

,

Nebraska

,

United States

Area of Interests

Sales

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-time

Job Description

The

Proposal

Coordinator

drives the business by specializing in the management of the RFP (Request for Proposal) and RFI (Request for Information) processes for Ameritas and strategic partner distributions. Acting as an internal liaison between the external sales force and internal operational departments for dental, vision and hearing quotes, the associate will research, complete and gather all documentation for a proposal bid, ensuring the bid is presented in an accurate and compelling manner.

At

Ameritas ,

fulfilling life

is what we do daily. We continuously strive to help our customers and employees enjoy life at its very best by reducing uncertainty, helping grow assets and protecting what is most cherished. Were here to help people put worry behind and the future ahead and help enable a life thats rich in family, happiness, health and financial security. When lives are fulfilled, our mission is fulfilled.

Position Location

:

This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.

What you do:

We are looking for

articulate, organized and detail-oriented

individuals to join our team in creating proposals.

Utilize Qvidian

(a web-based software) to respond to questionnaires and develop submissions.

Gather and format information, create documentation and

develop a complete sales proposal

to submit to the appropriate source.

Collaborate as a team

to maintain unity and consistency in all submissions.

Multi-task

and maintain an organized approach in creating several proposals at the same time and for all distributions.

Ensure

timely release

of assigned bids, working under pressure to

meet demanding deadlines

and making sure all aspects of the bids have been researched and presented accurately to the client.

Work and think independently

, with little need for assistance or review by the Supervisor.

Utilize

excellent grammar and communication

skills, both written and verbal

Create thumb drives or binders of the proposal, for hard copy submissions.

Assist the supervisor in various projects including mentoring/training new team members and maintenance of the database and library of information.

While not a primary focus, cross train with other National Account teams in networking and proposal coordination, as needed.

What you bring:

H.S Diploma or GED Required; It is preferred that the incumbent has a Degree in Journalism, Communications, English or related field, or equivalent work experience in Group insurance

Applicant must have 4-7 years of related experience including but not limited to the following:

Creative writing skills to create and enhance narratives and questionnaire responses

Excellent reading and writing comprehension and communication skills

Proactive approach to problem-solving and solutions-based innovation

Detailed time management and organizational skills

Strategic planning capabilities and the ability to meet deadlines.

Previous experience or knowledge of Dental and/or Vision products/procedures

Functions performed in other operational areas (Administration, Claims, Provider Relations, etc.)

Strong

knowledge of software programs such as Word, Excel, a MUST. Access and PowerPoint a plus.

Previous experience or knowledge of Group and Partner distributions

Familiarity with proposal, contract, and/or claim language

Familiarity with sales office operations

Familiarity with operations of our various alternative distribution networks

Skill set needed to learn new internally-used software.

Previous proposal writing experience is advantageous.

About this Positions Pay

The pay range posted reflects a nationwide minimum to maximum covering all potential locations where the position may be filled.

The final determination on pay for any position will be based on multiple factors including role, career level, work location, skill set, and candidate level of experience to ensure pay equity within the organization. This position will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package (see above for details).

This position will be eligible to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Plan with the annual target defined by the plan.

Job Details

Pay Range

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the persons qualifications and experience.

$24.76 - $39.61 / hour

Pay Transparency

Pay transparency is rooted in principles of fairness, equity, and accountability within the workplace.

Sharing pay ranges for job postings is one way Ameritas shows our commitment to equitable compensation practices.