[Hiring] Strategic Proposal Writer @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

The focus of the Strategic Proposal Writer role is to strategically and competitively position UnitedHealthcare offerings through our proposal responses using a variety of resources including our standard/core database, marketing collaterals, company websites, and sales strategy. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

• Own the articulation of the value proposition, key themes, market position, and overall strategy within the proposal by gathering the necessary information to write a compelling story in simple terms which reflects a strong understanding of the customer’s needs and our internal product offerings and competitive differentiators.
• Ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral, in a clear, concise way that is tailored to the audience.
• Ability to research the customer’s needs (through websites and other sources), work with sales by developing meaningful and thoughtful questions to extract the necessary case information.
• Work in a highly matrixed environment and collaborate with sister proposal units to reflect one core value story and integrated process.
• Listens well; ask questions effectively to gain information or clarify understanding in order to ensure high-quality work.
• Thoroughly understands and utilizes all available sales support tools, including the database and marketing collaterals.
• Ability to anticipate and understand the unique needs of our sales partners and develop strong working relationships.
• Ability to understand network and financial information and bring those elements into the case writing process.
• Complete all project-related work in a timely, productive manner and meet all case deadlines.
• Thoroughly review proposal product before shipment with team lead and BDM.
• Maintain and enhance business skills, including understanding healthcare industry, managed care trends, healthcare reform, etc., and participate in all relevant training opportunities to enhance and improve current skill set.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the healthcare industry in a proposal writing role.
• Solid computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, and online RFP submission sites.
• Intense customer focus and ability to adapt style and approach to customer preferences.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Qvidian database software, or a similar software (RFPIO, Responsive, Loopio, etc.).
• Skills in written communication.
• Solid interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Solid focus on quality.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.
• Flexible and able to cope with changing conditions.
• Ability to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas and think outside of the box to develop solutions.
• Ability to think innovatively and creatively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.