Proposal Writer - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
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Purpose of this position:
To strategically and competitively position UnitedHealthcare offerings through our proposal responses using a variety of resources including our standard / core database, marketing collaterals, company Web sites and sales strategy.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. -

Primary Responsibilities:

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• Own the articulation of the value proposition, key themes, market position and overall strategy within the proposal by gathering the necessary information to write a compelling story in simple terms which reflects a strong understanding of the customer's needs and our internal product offerings and competitive differentiators
  
• Ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral in a clear, concise way that is tailored to the audience
  
• Ability to research the customer's needs (through Web sites and other sources), work with sales by developing meaningful and thoughtful questions to extract the necessary case information -
  
• Work in a highly matrixed environment and collaborate with sister proposal units to reflect one core value story and integrated process
  
• Listens well; ask questions effectively to gain information or clarify understanding in order to ensure high-quality work
  
• Thoroughly understands and utilize all available sales support tools, including the database and marketing collaterals
  
• Ability to anticipate and understand the unique needs of our sales partners and develop strong working relationships
  
• Ability to understand network and financial information and bring those elements into the case writing process
  
• Complete all project-related work in a timely, productive manner and meet all case deadlines
  
• Thoroughly review proposal product before shipment with team lead and BDM
  
• Maintain and enhance business skills, including understanding health care industry, managed care trends, healthcare reform, etc. and participate in all relevant training opportunities to enhance and improve current skill set
  
  
  
  
  You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:
  
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  • 3+ years in the healthcare industry in a proposal writing role
    
  • Solid computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, and online proposal portals
    
  • Intense customer focus and ability to adapt style and approach to customer preferences
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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    • Bachelor's degree
      
    • Knowledge of Qvidian database software -
      
    • Skills in written communication -
      
    • Solid interpersonal and relationship building skills
      
    • Solid focus on quality -
      
    • Self-starter and ability to work independently
      
    • Flexible and able to cope with changing conditions
      
    • Ability to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas and think outside of the box to develop solutions
      
    • Ability to think innovatively and creatively
      
      
      *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
      
      California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California/Colorado/Connecticut/Nevada/New Jersey/New York/Rhode Island/Washington residents is $67,800 to $133,100. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
      
      At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. -
      
      
      Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. - - - - -
      
      UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. - -

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