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Proposal Project Specialist
The Cigna Group. Manage proposal projects from receipt of RFP through proposal submission .
Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,600 - $124,400 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing proposal projects, including analyzing and writing RFI/RFP responses, while ensuring compliance with corporate standards. Capable of training and mentoring team members, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Proposal ManagementProject Management ExperienceRFI/RFP Analysis and WritingCross-Functional CollaborationTraining and Mentoring
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Hard Skills
Proposal Document CreationRFP Questionnaire AnalysisRequirements ComplianceMarket-Specific Response DevelopmentProcess Improvement
Soft Skills
Critical ThinkingConflict ResolutionCommunication Skills
Industry Keywords
Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeFull Proposal Cycle ExperienceSubject Matter ExpertSales Strategy
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage proposal projects from receipt of RFP through proposal submission
- Analyze, research, write, and edit RFI/RFP questionnaire responses
- Negotiate RFP questionnaire requirements with cross-functional subject matter experts
- Create proposal documents and exhibits supporting sales strategy and company offerings
- Facilitate requirements alignment with corporate positions and improve requirements compliance
- Coordinate cross-functional communications, timelines, follow-up, and proposal production
- Generate proposal and sales documents according to corporate marketing standards, templates, and styles
- Coordinate production and shipping for accurate, on-time delivery
- Resolve issues and conflicts with appropriate escalation
- Serve as a Proposal Management Subject Matter Expert for matrix partners
- Develop market- and client-industry-specific responses as appropriate
- Contribute to continuous improvement and process ownership efforts
- Participate in ad hoc projects and implement process improvements
- Train, coach, and mentor new team members
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Pre-Law, English, Journalism or Communication or equivalent work experience
- Master’s degree highly preferred
- Project management experience
- Previous full proposal cycle experience
- Ability to manage multiple proposals with aggressive deadlines
- Specialized knowledge of a primary business segment
- Internet connection through cable broadband or fiber optic service when working at home, with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload
- Ability to work cross-functionally with SMEs and internal partners
- Critical thinking skills
- Ability to provide training, coaching, and mentoring
- Must meet applicable work authorization and employment requirements
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus plan eligibility
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits starting on day one
- Well-being and behavioral health programs
- 401(k)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
- Paid holidays
- Leaves of absence
- Remote work arrangement
- Reasonable accommodation support
- Tobacco-free policy