Proposal Lead

Why Badger Meter?
 

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.  

We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world’s most precious resource. 
 

What You Will Contribute:
 

In this role you will be a leader for both the internal and external team. You will have the opportunity to collaborate across the organization and support our ability to win sales. An ideal candidate will have previous Proposal Administration experience, preferably using Qvidian and/or Salesforce, strong attention to detail, reading comprehension, and communication skills. You will be serving as the project manager between sales and various departments (Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing) and customers, and incorporating the resulting recommendations in our proposal response. 

Job Duties:

• Structure and manage project strategy meetings for all turnkey projects and communicate a winning strategy to the members of the Proposal team.  

• Assist with and prepare formal contracts, bids, and requests for proposal (RFP) in response to customers' specifications and requirements.  

• Communicate and organize the completion of Bids, RFPs and Contracts (organizing all projects, communicating document type modifications to end-users, coordinating meetings with other Qualified Plan Administrators (QPAs), ensuring timely arrival of bids and requests).  

• Draft Bid, RFO, and Contract content and/or edit material provided by subject matter experts and writing contributors.  

• Receive, analyze, and prepare bids and requests for proposal to be sent out.  

• Determine the appropriate product configurations that meet the specifications using systems and subject matter experts when necessary.  

• Prepare cover letter, complete formal bid documents and compose and/or edit responses as appropriate, prepare bid bonds or certified checks, insurance requirements and attaches appropriate bulletins, specifications and certifications.  

• Train new personnel on applicable aspects of bid and contract processing and proposal preparation.  

• Lead liaison for the Business System and products integrating into and maintaining the Department Policies and Procedures.  

• Participate in continuing education courses and professional organizations (APMP Membership & Certification) to stay up to date on Badger Meter products and state-of-the-art business practices.  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, English, Journalism, Communications or a related field preferred

• 5 years of experience in project management or a related field desired

Qualifications:

• APMP Certification preferred

• Experience with Salesforce/Qvidian preferred

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Pro or a similar software required

• Advanced proficiency in Word and Excel required

• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines required

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.

• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.

• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.

• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay

• Annual Bonus

• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage 

• 15 days Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays  

• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.  In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more 

• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 

• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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