Proposal/Presentation Strategist

MG Design Associates, Inc.

About MG Design:

In simple terms, MG Design builds things. Not just physical things. We build experiences that enhance relationships and build brands to deliver success. Through turnkey experiential marketing solutions such as; custom and rental exhibits, meetings & events, and permanent or temporary branded environments, we create engaging face-to-face environments that help our clients attract customers and achieve their goals. Our strategic focus, combined with our passion and experience ensures each and every client experiences something special with each and every project. That’s how we’ve built our reputation...by design.

http://www.mgdesign.com


Position Details

Proposal/Presentation Strategist
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
6/21/2014
Southeast Wisconsin
Pleasant Prairie, WI

This position will be key in the engagement and development of new business opportunities through the primary responsibility of development of RFP/RFI documents, presentations and in-person presentations.  Additionally, this person will be part of the MG marketing/magnify engagement marketing group and will lead and/or assist in the development of engagement marketing pitches and plans for prospects and clients.

THIS IS NOT A SALES POSITION, but you are an integral part of the team, assisting in proposing and winning business and the process that accompanies that.

THIS IS NOT A TRADITIONAL MARKETING/BRAND MANAGER POSITION, but you will be integral in presenting the MG Brand through presentations and proposals.

Business development leardership/support - RFP Proposal Writer

  • Manage RFP/RFI process in conjunction with VP Marketing, VP Sales, AE, NBD, VP Creative, MG Management.
  • Develop Executive Summary for each opportunity and recommend process/team
  • Develop working plan for incoming RFP's
  • Manage timelines
  • Source and write strategic responses for questions
  • Direct or assist with research and development of speciality content
  • Manage proofing process
  • Maintain database of wins/losses
  • Maintain and expand RFP library on a ongoing basis

Business development leadership/support - Presentation Development

  • Manage development of pitch-related presentations
  • Work with AE/NBD to develop executive summary and ptich strategy for each presentation
  • Participate with designated pitch teams and assist in assignment of deliverables and determination of appropriate presentation-related deliverables
  • Develop and manage timelines
  • Coordinate receipt of presentation assets from pitch team

Engagement Marketing Strategy

  • Assist with and/or lead opportunities with current clients or prospects to develop experiential plans featuring MG/magnify's "Beyond the Booth" services.
  • Perform tasks as available and as assigned; research, ideation, client deep dives, strategy formulation, pricing/posposal writing, collaboration with internal and external teams, presentation development, pitch process.

Misc. Marketing and Sales Support

  • Assist in the compilation of research, data and deliverables for projects
  • Assist VP Marketing in the development of non-pitch presentations
  • Attend appropriate meetings
  • Provide periodic progress reports to marketing and sales
  • Misc. projects/initiatives as assigned
Required skills/Experience/Education:
  • Exceptional persuasive Writing Skills
  • Exceptional persuasive presentation creation skills
  • Excellent computer skills: Position requires a strong command of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Prezi experience a bonus
  • Position is NOT a design position, so design skills beyond competent PPT are not required
  • Strong verbal/written communication skills
  • Outstanding, demonstrated time and project management abilities
  • Understanding of and experience in one of the following areas; Experiential/Face-To-Face Marketing, including exhibits or event marketing. Agency account/writing/strategy experience. RFP/proposal/presentation writing in a complementary industry (architecture, design, etc.).  
  • Persistent in a professiional manner. 
  • College degree in related field required - Marketing/business development/agency background and 3-5 years of related experience.

FOR ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL DESCRIPTION. 

MG Design Associates, Inc., offers competative compensation and benefits that include:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
  • High Deductable Medical / Health Saving Account
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • 401k Investments
  • Paid Vacation and Personal time off


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