Proposal Lead

GuideWell Source

. Lead, develop, and manage strategic content, information resources, and automation tools supporting proposal development .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeFlorida • United StatesSenior💰 $77,600 - $126,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in managing proposal development processes, including RFPs and RFIs, while effectively leading teams and coordinating with internal and external partners. Proficient in project management and communication, with a strong understanding of the health insurance industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proposal Development ManagementProject ManagementCreative Writing SkillsQvidian Application ProficiencyHealth Insurance Industry Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Project ManagementProposal DevelopmentRFP CompletionDocument ReviewProcess ImprovementNegotiatingOrganizingPlanningSchedulingCustom Benefit Plan Design

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationRelationship BuildingTeam LeadershipFeedback Provision

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointQvidian Application

Industry Keywords

Health InsuranceSales OrganizationComplex Bid QuestionnairesTraining Program DeliveryMarketingJournalismBusinessCommunications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, develop, and manage strategic content, information resources, and automation tools supporting proposal development
Support informal proposals, formal RFPs, and RFIs for complex major-account bid situations
Develop project plans, manage activities, and prioritize work to timelines
Qualify, assign, distribute, and manage work assignments while monitoring inventory levels and deadlines
Coordinate document reviews and perform quality reviews of proposals
Provide feedback to position BCBSF strategically
Consult, guide, coach, and train Proposal team members
Coordinate meetings with internal partners to monitor status, document implementation progress, and resolve issues
Develop implementation-related communications and incorporate process and plan changes into materials and processes
Build and manage relationships with internal partners and external partners
Communicate non-standard account requests and coordinate alternative solutions
Participate in finalist presentations, face-to-face meetings, and conference calls
Communicate group needs, progress, plans, and issues to Senior Leadership and stakeholders
Manage and track implementation barriers and issues through the post-implementation period
Develop action plans for key issues and track post-implementation activities
Lead process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years related work experience
Experience within a sales organization
Related Bachelor’s degree or additional related equivalent work experience
Creative and business writing skills
Experience managing multiple knowledge bases and architecting document types using the Qvidian application
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience managing and successfully delivering multiple, high-profile projects simultaneously
Project management, negotiating, organizing, planning, and scheduling skills
Knowledge of the health insurance industry and the competition
Experience completing high-profile, highly complex RFPs for strategic accounts
Experience developing highly customized responses to complex bid questionnaires
Experience designing highly customized benefit plans against competitor benefit designs
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree emphasis in Marketing, Journalism, Business, or Communications
Preferred: Experience in curriculum design and delivering training programs to an array of audiences
Preferred: Experience leading and managing proposal teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance
Short- and long-term disability programs
Leave programs to support personal circumstances
Retirement Savings Plan including employer match
Paid time off
Volunteer time off
10 holidays
2 well-being days
Additional voluntary benefits
Comprehensive wellness program
Incentive or commission compensation opportunities
Annual reviews with pay-for-performance considerations for base pay increases