Proposal Coordinator

As a Proposal Coordinator at ERM, you'll be responsible for developing high-quality proposals and overseeing the proposal management process. This includes collaborating with partners and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance while managing schedules and communication plans. You'll also compile proposals, review content for quality, and assist in creating compelling presentation materials, all while maintaining brand consistency.

To be considered for the Proposal Coordinator position at ERM, you’ll need a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a relevant field. Experience in proposal coordination or bid management is highly advantageous, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is essential, and familiarity with SharePoint and database management tools is preferred.

At ERM, we believe in recognizing and rewarding your efforts! As a Proposal Coordinator, your career growth and compensation will be reviewed and potentially enhanced twice a year. Moreover, ERM offers profit sharing, additional training opportunities, and support for professional development, ensuring you have the resources to grow and succeed.

The work environment at ERM for a Proposal Coordinator in Bucharest is dynamic and collaborative. You’ll engage with various teams, contributing to high-value proposals in a hybrid setup—working onsite twice a week while enjoying remote work flexibility. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and innovation, making it a fulfilling place to work and contribute to sustainability efforts.

ERM offers a range of enticing benefits for its Proposal Coordinators, including profit sharing, comprehensive healthcare coverage through Medicover, reimbursement for public transport, meal tickets, and support for home-office setups. Additionally, you’ll have the chance to enjoy workcation opportunities, allowing for a balanced work-life experience as you rejuvenate in different locations throughout the year.

When answering this question, offer examples of your past experiences managing proposals, including specific tasks you handled like developing response plans and collaborating with team members. Emphasize your organizational strategies and tools you utilized to track deadlines and ensure quality.

Provide insights into your methods for adhering to branding standards, like maintaining style guides and using templates. Discuss your review process and how you involve team members to guarantee that all proposals reflect ERM’s brand and quality expectations.

Illustrate your time management skills by sharing how you prioritize tasks and communicate with team members to meet deadlines. Mention specific tools or techniques you utilize, such as Gantt charts or project management software, to keep everything organized and on track.

Demonstrate your problem-solving skills by describing a situation where you managed conflicting priorities. Explain how you assessed the urgencies and collaborated with involved parties to balance their needs effectively, all while maintaining quality in your deliverables.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork in proposal preparation by discussing how diverse skill sets contribute to a stronger final product. Give examples of how you’ve successfully collaborated across functions to produce winning proposals.

Mention the specific tools you've used, such as Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, or any proposal management software. Highlight your proficiency level and how these tools have helped streamline your proposal processes.

Share a detailed story about a memorable proposal project, focusing on the challenges faced, how you overcame them, and the ultimate outcome. Highlight the skills you utilized, such as research, editing, and stakeholder communication, to make it a success.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through resources like webinars, courses, or professional associations. Also, consider mentioning any industry publications that you follow to stay ahead in proposal development trends.

Discuss qualities like attention to detail, strong communication, time management, and a collaborative spirit. Illustrate these attributes with examples that highlight their significance in delivering winning proposals.

Express your passion for sustainability and how ERM’s mission aligns with your values. Mention the opportunity to work with diverse teams and contribute to impactful projects, illustrating your long-term interest in both the role and the company.