marketing proposal specialist

Asesora International

The role of a Bid or Proposal Specialist is a high-stakes position requiring a blend of project management, technical writing, and strategic communication. Standard requirements focus on ensuring every submission is compliant, compelling, and delivered on strict deadlinesCore Requirements<ul><li>Education: A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree is almost universally required, typically in Business, Marketing, Communications, or English.</li><li>Experience:</li><li>Junior: 0&ndash;2 years in sales support or documentation.</li><li>Specialist: 3&ndash;5 years of proven experience in proposal writing or tender management.</li><li>Senior/Manager: 5&ndash;10+ years managing complex, high-value bids.</li><li>Technical Skills: Mastery of the Microsoft Office Suite (especially advanced Word and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat is mandatory. Familiarity with proposal automation tools (e.g., Deltek, SharePoint) is often required.</li><li>Language: Native-level proficiency in written English is essential. In specific regions like the UAE, bilingual skills (e.g., Arabic and English) may be a strict requirement.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>RFP/RFQ Analysis: Deconstructing complex solicitation documents to extract all compliance criteria and deliverables.</li><li>Content Development: Leading &quot;storyboarding&quot; sessions and working with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate technical data into persuasive narratives.</li><li>Process Management: Managing the full bid lifecycle, including coordinating &quot;red team&quot; reviews, managing bid calendars, and ensuring on-time submission.</li><li>Knowledge Management: Maintaining a &quot;bid library&quot; or knowledge base of standard responses, case studies, and corporate CVs.</li></ul>Essential Soft Skills<ul><li>Forensic Attention to Detail: Ability to spot minor errors that could disqualify a multi-million dollar bid.</li><li>Ability to Work Under Pressure: Successfully managing multiple, non-negotiable deadlines simultaneously.</li><li>Stakeholder Coordination: Influencing and leading cross-functional teams (legal, finance, engineering) without direct authority over them.</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

Bid / Proposal Specialist

<div>At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner&mdash;and every person here makes that happen. You&rsquo;ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Local Sales Manager - IAMA
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Your role and responsibilities
Bid &amp; Proposal Specialist creates and completes bids/estimations/quotations based on customer specification or customer requirements/budget for Instrumentation Sales, Automation Measurement &amp; Analytics (AUMA) in İstanbul, T&uuml;rkiye from the customer&rsquo;s perspective. 
 
The work model for the role is: remote 
You will be mainly accountable for:<ul><li>
Formulates competitive bids/estimates/quotations, taking into account the best available product mix and appropriate technical and commercial considerations for each individual situation</li><li>
Ensures proposals are well documented in a timely manner and with appropriate level of detail, including full and accurate costs</li><li>
Manages the preparation of all technical and commercial documentation(e.g. defining the most suitable technology and product type(s))</li><li>
Ensures that, in accordance with bid/estimate/quotation planning, inputs for editing activities are provided on time and follow established quality procedures</li><li>
Collects and archives documentation regarding the offer/order and records assumptions and decisions taken during the development process</li><li>
Collects and collates all information needed to prepare the proposal, including both technical, commercial and cost elements</li><li>
Maintains communication with clients to clarify requirements, gather necessary information, and address any questions or concerns</li><li>
Identifies potential approved vendors for equipment and materials required in the project and technically evaluates supplier offers to check match with specifications</li></ul></div><div>
Qualifications for the role
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and minimum 3 years of experience in instrumentation proposal engineering for process instrumentation (pressure/temperature/level/flow transmitters)</li><li>
Experience in operational planning, ability to anticipate customer needs</li><li>
Demonstrated, well-developed verbal communication, persuasion</li><li>
Fluent in English and Turkish, with advanced proficiency in both languages</li></ul></div> 
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.</div>

Bid and Proposal Specialist (Measurement & Analytics)

Hudson Manpower

<div>We are currently looking for an experienced Proposal Manager for a reputed organization based in Bahrain.
 Position: Proposal Manager 
 Location: Bahrain 
 Salary Package: BD 2500 + HRA BD 500 
 Benefits:<ul><li>
Yearly Air Ticket</li><li>
Medical Insurance</li><li>
Company Provided Vehicle</li><li>
Family visa assistance (visa cost to be borne by employee) 
 Leave Cycle: 30 Calendar Days</li></ul>
 Key Requirements:<ul><li>
Minimum 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role</li><li>
Background in Oil &amp; Gas, Petrochemical, Aluminum, Power, Water, or Steel industries</li><li>
Strong experience in technical &amp; commercial proposal preparation</li><li>
Exposure to shutdowns, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, or mechanical fabrication proposals</li><li>
Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills</li></ul>
 Criteria:<ul><li>
Stable career history with consistent employment</li><li>
Experience with reputed or higher-tier companies</li><li>
Strong exposure to key contractors and clients</li><li>
Bahrain experience preferred; GCC experience mandatory</li><li>
Iraq experience will be an added advantage</li></ul>
Looking forward to your response. 
Key Requirements:<ul><li>
Minimum 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role</li><li>
Background in Oil &amp; Gas, Petrochemical, Aluminum, Power, Water, or Steel industries</li><li>
Strong experience in technical &amp; commercial proposal preparation</li><li>
Exposure to shutdowns, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, or mechanical fabrication proposals</li><li>
Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills</li></ul></div>

Proposal Manager | Techno-Commercial Proposal Expertise | Bahrain

lemacon

We help clients grow through digital services including web, SEO, social media, and paid campaigns. We&rsquo;re looking for someone who can consistently win projects on Upwork.What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Search and identify relevant jobs on Upwork</li><li>Write high-converting, customized proposals</li><li>Communicate with clients and handle initial discussions</li><li>Track bids, responses, and conversion rates</li><li>Optimize profiles and proposal strategies</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience as an Upwork bidder or sales rep</li><li>Strong proposal writing and persuasion skills</li><li>Understanding of digital agency services</li><li>Ability to analyze job posts and respond strategically</li><li>Consistent and result-driven mindset</li></ul>Bonus<ul><li>Existing Up work profile with strong track record</li><li>Experience closing deals</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Upwork Bidder & Proposal Specialist

Cushman & Wakefield

<div>Job Title
Senior Marketing Specialist
Job Description Summary
The Senior Marketing Specialist is responsible for the intake of new projects, execution of business development strategies, messaging, content curation, and deliverable design oversight. Daily responsibilities include pitch and proposal writing, development and execution, interfacing with internal clients (fee-earners) to understand requirements and approach as well as other general marketing and communications efforts as needed. This position will work collaboratively with the Southwest Regional Marketing Lead, graphic design and research professionals, as well as fee-earners. The Senior Marketing Specialist is ultimately accountable for providing an exceptional level of marketing support and expertise and calls for excellent writing and proofreading abilities.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
 
Business Development-<ul><li>
Oversee all aspects of the pitch and/or proposal coordination while learning and embracing C&amp;W&rsquo;s Business Development approach</li><li>
Manage incoming requests from fee-earners or collect information and scope of services pertinent to the request</li><li>
Lead the strategic direction for the messaging, content, and marketing materials to be developed, following the guidelines of C&amp;W&rsquo;s BD approach</li><li>
Drive and manage pitch and/or proposal strategy and process</li><li>
Write and prepare proposal and review with fee-earners and key responsible affiliates</li><li>
Facilitate review of materials and address any feedback from fee-earners and stakeholders</li><li>
Ensure the delivery of a clean final product to fee-earner or client</li><li>
Support multiple projects working with various professionals across the C&amp;W platform</li><li>
Ensure development of agreed upon expectations, timelines and project milestones with project team at project outset, and ensure management of those expectation, timelines and milestones throughout the process</li><li>
Debrief with brokerage teams to understand why we either won or lost the opportunity</li></ul>
General Marketing-<ul><li>
Execute Marketing and Communications plan in support of the local marketing and business objectives</li><li>
Partner with research to uncover and develop impactful thought leadership pieces that are relevant to client and industry needs</li><li>
Produce creative collateral to support the business, ensuring alignment with company's brand positioning from concept to final product; utilize available creative programs</li><li>
Content development required to support corporate PR strategy as needed</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Relations or related discipline preferred</li><li>
5+ years of B2B proposal writing and/or business development marketing experience; Commercial real estate experience is highly preferred</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft suite (including PowerPoint) and Adobe Suite - InDesign</li><li>
Exceptional written communication skills</li><li>
Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills. Must have the ability to balance multiple priorities and projects simultaneously</li><li>
Self-motivated approach with the ability to take initiative but works well in a group environment.</li><li>
Advanced analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills</li><li>
Keen attention to detail</li></ul> 

Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate&rsquo;s experience and qualifications. 

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. 

The compensation for the position is: $ 80,920.00 - $95,200.00
Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: &ldquo;Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rdquo;</div>

Senior Marketing Specialist

HR POD

Requirements:<ul><li>6 months to 1 year of relevant experience in Upwork, lead generation, or business development.</li><li>Basic understanding of outreach and client acquisition.</li><li>Strong written English communication.</li><li>Ability to understand client needs and respond with relevant solutions.</li><li>Good research skills and ability to quickly understand different businesses.</li><li>Organized, consistent, and detail-oriented.</li><li>Sales mindset with a focus on quality over quantity.</li><li>Willingness to learn and improve regularly.</li><li>Ownership and accountability in work.</li><li>Experience with SaaS or tech companies.</li><li>Familiarity with AI tools or products.</li><li>Exposure to international clients is a plus.</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and shortlist relevant opportunities on Upwork within AI, SaaS, and startup ecosystems.</li><li>Write high-quality, tailored proposals based on client requirements.</li><li>Understand client needs and position services in a clear, relevant, and compelling way.</li><li>Follow a structured internal outreach and proposal approach.</li><li>Track proposals, responses, and outcomes consistently.</li><li>Conduct research on clients, products, and use cases before applying.</li><li>Focus on high-quality, relevant opportunities rather than high-volume bidding.</li><li>Support LinkedIn outreach activities on a limited basis, as required.</li><li>Work closely with the founder and growth team.</li><li>Contribute to building and improving a quality-driven, insight-based outreach system.</li><li>Continuously improve based on feedback and performance.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs50,000.00 - Rs55,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Outreach & Proposal Specialist - Upwork Focus

Links Global

About Us Links Global has more than 20 years of experience delivering integrated communications, outreach, marketing, and program management services to federal, state, and local agencies. We support national-level public health initiatives, complex communications campaigns, and stakeholder engagement efforts.Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Media &amp; Marketing Specialist to lead media relations and outreach efforts for federal public health communication initiatives. The Specialist will coordinate press releases, public service announcements, earned and paid media campaigns, and support event-based communications.Key Responsibilities - Develop and distribute press releases, media advisories, and promotional materials. - Coordinate earned and paid media campaigns. - Support media tours, press events, and other public-facing activities. - Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists. - Draft, edit, and review communication materials for clarity, accuracy, and impact. - Work closely with project management and technical teams to ensure messaging consistency.Required Qualifications - Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field. - 5&ndash;7 years of experience in media relations and marketing communications. - Strong writing and editing skills. - Demonstrated success in managing media campaigns or large-scale outreach efforts. - Knowledge of public health issues and experience working with federal agencies.Preferred Qualifications - Experience in multimedia content development. - Familiarity with crisis communications and rapid response media engagement. - Knowledge of Section 508 compliance requirements.How to Apply Interested candidates should submit the following to jobsatLinksGlobal@gmail.com with the subject line Media &amp; Marketing Specialist Application &ndash; [Your Name]: 1. Resume 2. Cover letter outlining qualifications 3. Signed Letter of Commitment (template below)[Applicant&rsquo;s Full Name] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email] | [Phone Number]Date: [Insert Date]To Whom It May Concern:I, [Applicant&rsquo;s Name], express my intent to serve as Senior Media &amp; Marketing Specialist for a Links Global proposal, should Links Global be awarded this contract and should Links Global determine that I am the top candidate for the role and extend an agreeable offer of employment.I confirm my availability and interest in performing the duties and responsibilities of this position as outlined in the job posting and proposal. I further acknowledge that this letter is a non-binding statement of intent and that final employment is contingent on the successful award of the contract to Links Global, mutual agreement of terms, and execution of an employment offer.Sincerely,__________________________ [Applicant&rsquo;s Signature] [Applicant&rsquo;s Printed Name]Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Media & Marketing Specialist

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