Proposal Specialist - Atlanta, GA

This opportunity will have a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office and remote flexibility on Friday.

Candidates must be within a comfortable driving distance of a local facility to be considered.

This role will be based out of the locations below:

Atlanta, GA - 3400 Cumberland Blvd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339

Key Skills & Competencies

• RFP Expertise – Proven ability to manage complex, high‑value RFPs from initiation through submission

• Technology Proficiency – Experienced with Salesforce and Loopio

• Advanced Written & Verbal Communication – Strong writing skills with the ability to communicate effectively across cross‑functional teams. Excellent Presentation skills.

• Organizational & Reporting Strength – Highly organized with a strong focus on tracking, reporting, and meeting deadlines

• Business Acumen & Agility – Quickly grasps business needs and adapts to new information and priorities

• Decisive Problem-Solving – Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to make timely decisions in fast‑paced environments

• Professional Presence – Maintains an in‑office presence and collaborates effectively with stakeholders

Job Summary

Owns and drives the proposal and bid life cycle from start to finish while working closely with internal stakeholders to develop the most competitive bid possible. In addition to strong project management and stakeholder management skills, this role requires a strong command of the bids and proposals process with the ability to manage multiple proposals at a single time.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Manages end to end proposal and bid life cycle by ensuring bids and proposals are complete on-time.

• Work closely with internal subject matter experts to create solutions and develop strategies to win bids while complying with customer and company requirements.

• Lead strategy and planning meetings by serving as the project manager to clarify requirements and delegate tasks to ensure bid deliverables and timelines are met.

• Researches, analyzes, and derives insights from information to ensure company is putting together a competitive offering.

• Supports bid and proposal team by creating monthly KPI reports and working on internal team projects to make the bids team more effective and efficient.

• Acts as focal point for questions concerning specifics of quotes and proposals.

• Prepares monthly reports tracking quotation activity and key metrics.

Nature and Scope

• Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.

• Nature of work requires general supervision, exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor.

• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally, 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. HD Supply considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.