Proposal Lead at Badger Meter in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Why Badger Meter?




Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!


Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.


We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world's most precious resource.




What You Will Contribute:





Job Description:



As a Proposal Lead at Badger Meter, you will lead both internal and external teams, collaborating across the organization to support our sales efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience in Proposal Administration, preferably with Qvidian and/or Salesforce, and possess strong attention to detail, reading comprehension, and communication skills. You will act as the project manager between sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and customers, incorporating recommendations into our proposal responses.



About Badger Meter:



Badger Meter is a global leader in flow measurement, water quality, and control products. With over 119 years of experience, we provide innovative water management solutions that help optimize water delivery, maximize revenue, and reduce waste, contributing to the sustainable use and protection of the world's most precious resource.



Key Responsibilities:

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  Strategize and Lead: Structure and manage project strategy meetings for all turnkey projects, communicating winning strategies to the Proposal team.
  
  


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  Contract and Proposal Preparation: Assist with and prepare formal contracts, bids, and requests for proposal (RFP) in response to customer specifications and requirements.
  
  


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  Coordination and Communication: Organize and communicate the completion of bids, RFPs, and contracts, including document modifications, meeting coordination, and ensuring timely submissions.
  
  


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  Content Development: Draft and edit bid, RFP, and contract content, incorporating input from subject matter experts and writing contributors.
  
  


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  Bid Analysis: Receive, analyze, and prepare bids and RFPs for submission.
  
  


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  Product Configuration: Determine appropriate product configurations that meet specifications, utilizing systems and subject matter experts as needed.
  
  


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  Documentation: Prepare cover letters, complete formal bid documents, compose and edit responses, and ensure all necessary attachments (e.g., bid bonds, insurance requirements) are included.
  
  


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  Training: Train new personnel on bid and contract processing and proposal preparation.
  
  


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  Policy Liaison: Serve as the lead liaison for the Business System and products, maintaining department policies and procedures.
  
  


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  Professional Development: Participate in continuing education courses and professional organizations (e.g., APMP Membership & Certification) to stay current on industry practices and Badger Meter products.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, English, Journalism, Communications or a related field preferred
  
  


• 5+ years of experience in project management or a related field desired
  
  

Qualifications:

• APMP Certification preferred
  
  


• Experience with Salesforce/Qvidian preferred
  
  


• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Pro or a similar software required
  
  


• Advanced proficiency in Word and Excel required
  
  


• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines required
  
  

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
  
  


• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
  
  


• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
  
  


• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
  
  

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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay
  
  


• Annual Bonus
  
  


• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
  
  


• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
  
  


• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
  
  


• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
  
  


• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
  
  


• Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
  
  


• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
  
  


• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  
  

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm


Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.



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