Proposal Writer

DP World•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions. The Proposal Writer supports the Sales organization by developing high-quality, customer-facing bids, proposals, and RFP responses while also providing broader support to Sales Operations & Enablement initiatives. This role partners closely with Sales, Sales Operations, Finance, Pricing, Legal, and other cross-functional teams to ensure proposals are accurate, compliant, compelling, and aligned with company processes and systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, confident working within systems, and has a strong understanding of the sales lifecycle and proposal development. For this position, we are looking for someone that has experience in the aforementioned activity at a logistics company – contract logistics, warehousing and distribution, and/or freight forwarding and transportation management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience writing or supporting sales proposals, bids, or customer-facing documentation
General understanding of sales processes and the end-to-end sales lifecycle
High level of confidence working within defined processes and systems (CRM, proposal tools, document management platforms)
Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced sales environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting enterprise sales teams or Regional Key Accounts
Familiarity with CRM platforms (Microsoft Dynamics) and proposal automation tools
Experience working cross-functionally, for example Finance, Pricing, and Legal teams
Strong background in Sales Operations/Enablement, Commercial Operations or direct Sales

Responsibilities

Develop, write, edit, and manage customer-facing proposals, bids, RFP/RFI responses, and related sales documentation
Ensure all proposals align with established sales processes, approval workflows, and system requirements
Partner with Sales, Sales Operations, Finance, Pricing, and Legal to gather input and ensure accuracy, compliance, and completeness
Maintain consistency in messaging, branding, pricing narratives, and value propositions across all proposals
Translate complex operational, pricing, and service information into clear, customer-friendly language
Manage proposal timelines and deadlines to ensure on-time and high-quality delivery
Maintain proposal documentation, templates, and content libraries
Provide support to Sales Operations & Enablement, including ad hoc operational assistance as required
Assist with initiatives that improve proposal processes, sales efficiency, or enablement tools
Help maintain process documentation, best practices, and training materials related to proposals and sales workflows