Associate Proposal Analyst

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is seeking an Associate Proposal Analyst to assist and support bid and RFI efforts. The role involves conducting research, coordinating meetings, and preparing proposals and presentations, aiming to develop individuals within the organization.ResponsibilitiesParticipates and assists in proposal development and bid activities for local and regional opportunities including maintaining schedules, coordinating inputs and reviews, and tracking bid strategy implementationDrafts responses to smaller and less complex RFI opportunitiesPrepares PowerPoint presentations to support RFP/RFI/RFQ opportunities, as well as current contract renewals and expansion requests using defined processesConducts basic research of current prospects; researches and interviews Operations, Technology, and others to draft appropriate and effective copy for individual proposals and bid materialsReviews and edits written materials to ensure quality and consistencyMeets established deadlines for all proposalsGains a clear understanding of division's and client's objectives, observing and absorbing market knowledge and trendsDocuments solutions that address customer requirements and needsPartners with key teams such as Pricing, Operations and Sales to obtain data required for less complex solution design and documentationConducts basic research on potential clients in preparation for RFI/RFP/RFQ opportunities, exploring company websites, collateral, press releases to understand company culture, financials, and goalsAssists Proposal Analysts and Senior Proposal Analysts by coordinating Project Notebooks, meetings, and drafts for ongoing RFI/RFP/RFQ projectsSkillsBachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 0 to 2 years of related experienceOutstanding written and oral communication skillsMust be a proficient, persuasive writerResearch & analytical skills are requiredAttention to detail balanced by a view of the larger goalMust have professional image and polished presentation skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a greater teamProject management skills requiredMust be skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Visio)Requires printing and packaging client-facing deliverables in a local Canon officeMust be able to lift and move boxes/packages weighing less than 15 lbsDegree in Communications, Journalism or Marketing related subject preferredExperience creating graphics and formatting documentsExperience with Adobe and proposal management software is a plusBenefitsMedicalDentalVision401(k) Savings PlanDiscretionary profit sharingDiscretionary success sharingEducational assistanceRecognition programsVacationEmployee referral bonusEmployee discounts“Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local communitySwag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere elseCompany OverviewLiving and Working Together For The Common Good... It was founded in 1937, and is headquartered in Melville, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.usa.canon.com.



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