Proposal Writer - French Fluency
Who we are
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.
Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.
About the role:
We are looking for a Proposal Writer with a passion for helping others and who is eager to take on a variety of projects in a dynamic environment. Proven project management, communication skills, and technical aptitude are required.
This position is fully remote and can be based in any of the following : UK, France, Germany, Netherlands or Poland.
You should apply if:
- You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
- You have an innate curiosity about how businesses work: One day you’ll meet with someone in waste management and the next you may be learning about the inner workings of a food distribution center. Our top sales team members seek to learn the ins and outs of the businesses they support in order to make a larger impact.
- You build genuine relationships with your customers: The industries we serve have relied on pen-and-paper solutions for years and haven’t been met with the type of technology we offer. Our customer's value earned trust and human relationships built over time.
- You want to be with the best: Samsara’s high-performance culture means you’ll be surrounded by the best and challenged to go farther than you have before.
- You are a team player: At Samsara, sales is a team sport. We help each other out by sharing best practices and focusing on winning as a team.
In this role, you will:
- Respond to customer Requests for Quotations (RFQ), Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP) for entities across various geographies, with a focus on the UK and EMEA regions, including localization of proposal resources.
- Study and understand prospects’ needs and develop proposal schedules and templates specific to each market.
- Ensure compliance with prospects’ requirements.
- Effectively handle multiple proposals in a high-performance and fast-paced environment.
- Work with Samsara subject matter experts and account executives to tailor responses to each prospect.
- Use and maintain the RFP knowledge base and ensure content is continuously updated.
- Take ownership and responsibility for the entire RFP process for private evaluators.
- Debrief with sales teams and use feedback to provide recommendations for process improvements.
- On a case-by-case basis, collaborate with other functional teams on side projects.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices
Minimum requirements for the role:
- English & French fluency (mandatory requirement).
- A Bachelor’s degree (Technical Writing, Business Strategy, English, Communications, Marketing, or related disciplines) or equivalent work experience.
- 1-3 years of project management experience.
- Strong cross-collaboration skills.
- High-level writing skills to author and edit technical content.
An ideal candidate also has:
- Experience with AI tools.
- Fluency in other languages (German and Spanish).
At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.
Benefits
Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.
Accommodations
Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Flexible Working
At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.
Fraudulent Employment Offers
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At Samsara, a pioneering company in the Connected Operations™ Cloud, we are on the lookout for a talented Proposal Writer with French fluency to join our dynamic team. This remote role, based in countries like the Netherlands, allows you to make a meaningful impact on industries that power the global economy, including agriculture, transportation, and manufacturing. If you're passionate about crafting responses to Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), this is your chance! You'll collaborate closely with our sales teams to ensure our proposals meet the unique needs of clients across the UK and EMEA regions. Your expertise in project management and strong writing skills will be key in creating compelling, tailored responses that resonate with our prospects. Not only will you be responsible for overseeing the entire RFP process, but you'll also embrace the opportunity to learn about various industries. Your curiosity about how businesses operate will ensure you're always ready to engage with clients and build genuine relationships. At Samsara, we prioritize a culture of teamwork, and as a Proposal Writer, you'll contribute to our mission of enhancing customer success while championing our inclusive values. If you have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 1-3 years of project management experience, we encourage you to apply and join us in leading the digital transformation of physical operations!
Samsara is a leading software company that offers a platform providing AI safety programs, real-time visibility, workflows, reporting, and an ecosystem of integrations to connect the operations that power the economy.
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