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Moodle is the world’s most trusted online learning solution. The engine of our ecosystem is Moodle LMS, the secure and customizable open-source learning management platform used by over 250 million learners worldwide. Developed in conjunction with our community, Moodle LMS is complemented by an ecosystem of products including Moodle Workplace and a network of partners and services providing hosting, customizations and support. We also teach and support educators to create effective online learning experiences and share open education resources. Collectively, we empower educators to improve our world.
This role is part of the Global Sales & Account Management team, serving the Global Services Delivery team, which provides services in learning design, implementation support, training, hosting, custom development, and support for Moodle LMS, Moodle Workplace, as well as other Moodle products.
We’ve built a passionate team of hard-working and driven people from all over the world, united by a shared belief in the ability of our platform to make a positive difference to our world. We respect our colleagues and value an open and innovative workplace, filled with integrity and of course a strong focus on education (yes, these are our company values!)
Find out more about us on our website.
What your new job can look like…
The Proposal Writer will partner with internal and external stakeholders in responding to RFP, RFQ, & RFIs. This position will work closely with subject matter experts, Sales Executives, Account Managers, and the Marketing Director to prepare compliant winning responses as well as activities that support our growth initiatives.
This role will work primarily with Moodle direct sales teams in the US and India, as well as supporting a global network of partners. We are looking for a self-starter that brings a heap of experience and expertise to the proposal writing domain, including US Federal and State RFPs and is excited about being the Moodle subject matter expert. This is an autonomous role, which will have ownership of defining and implementing the strategy for tools, templates, processes and most importantly, supporting a high growth strategy for winning new business. RFP requests can be fast paced and this role will suit somebody that can work to deadlines whilst upholding quality.
With the pace of Moodle, no two days will ever be the same!
- Search and find RFPs meeting our ICP using the tools provided
- Work with internal SMEs to produce best possible outcome
- Work with Marketing to ensure brand voice, look, and feel
- Work as part of a cross functional team to collate relevant documentation
- Collect key stakeholder requirements and ensure knowledge base is kept up to date, including with references
- Work with global sales team members to ensure they have all the resources they need to complete RFPs effectively
- Entering relevant timeline data into current process including CRM
- Setting expectations with teammates about collaboration
- Always on the lookout for process and policy improvement.
- Utilizing creativity tools to build proposals that the company is proud to deliver
- Build the program from the ground up
- Identify existing gaps in the RFP process and lead to help build process and structure
- Stay current with product training and knowledge while completing other tasks
- Curious and a lifelong learner
- Understanding the client’s use cases
- Managing pricing estimates, extracting data from Salesforce and Xero invoicing
- Working with Business Services on historical and future billing
Especially if you can talk to us about your:
The Proposal Writer position will need to have the following knowledge, experience, and skills.
- 5+ years of prior relevant experience
- LMS (or similar sector) experience
- Extensive experience responding to US government RFP's. Federal Government, State and Local governments. E.g. familiarity with Government FAR requirements, navigating SAM.gov and GSA Contract terms
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work to deadlines and across multiple simultaneous bids
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Sharp attention to detail
- Data collection and analysis skills
- CRM Experience, preferably with Salesforce
- Strong negotiation and customer service skills
- Software design skills to create attractive bids
- Ability to work individually and in team environments
You’ll sweep us off our feet if you have:
- In-depth knowledge of the company’s products, services, policies, and procedures
- Experience of building bid processes from the ground up
- Experience with RFP management tools, e.g. RocketDocs, PandaDocs
- Experience in selling directly and indirectly through other companies
What's in it for you?
We’ve already talked about the importance we place on achieving our mission to empower educators to improve our world, our passion for our values and some of the cool things we are doing as a company.
So what about this?!
- Fully remote opportunity, working from home or wherever suits you
- Flexible work schedule
- Goal driven, competitive, supportive, and fun Account Management and Sales Team!
- Culture that fosters personal growth and development
- Salary of $85k-$92k depending on skills and experience
- Plus, we’ll provide you with a benefits package, including health insurance coverage, 401(k) contribution and much more. Visit our Careers Page for more info.
Moodle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: Moodle is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Moodle are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Moodle will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Moodle encourages applicants of all ages.
