The posting
Summary
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Business Development Coordinator to support the company's business development efforts through the coordination of proposals, presentations, marketing initiatives, and client-facing materials.
As part of the Business Development team, this role will collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and cross-functional stakeholders to develop high-quality responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other business opportunities. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator with strong writing skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Business Development Support
- Collect, create, and edit assets for proposals, presentations, agendas, implementation schedules, and other business development materials.
- Support the development and submission of Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other client questionnaires.
- Review RFI and RFP documents and coordinate the collection of required information.
- Gather input from internal subject matter experts and compile responses in a clear, accurate, and compelling manner.
- Create, format, proofread, and edit business development documents and proposal responses.
- Maintain and update the internal proposal response database to ensure content remains current and accessible.
Marketing & Research
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative ideation for client messaging, gifting concepts, and strategic business development initiatives.
- Conduct market and merchandise trend research to support client proposals and presentations.
- Assist in developing polished, client-ready materials that align with company branding and objectives.
- Contribute ideas and insights that strengthen proposal content and client engagement efforts.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments.
- Navigate the organization effectively to gather information needed to accurately respond to RFIs, RFPs, and other business inquiries.
- Collaborate closely with SMEs to ensure responses are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
- Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
Project Coordination & Process Improvement
- Manage competing priorities and meet tight client-driven and internal deadlines.
- Identify opportunities to improve proposal development processes, content management, and team efficiency.
- Support additional business development and marketing initiatives as assigned.
- Adapt quickly to changing business needs and project requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in business development support, proposal coordination, marketing, project coordination, or a similar role within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Experience supporting RFI/RFP responses and managing proposal-related documentation preferred.
- Prior database management experience is an advantage.
- Strong organizational, project management, and stakeholder management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to gather information from cross-functional teams and develop clear, accurate, and compelling content.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Adaptable, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive, collaborative mindset.



