RFP Specialist

Job title: RFP Specialist

Company: Allstate


Job description: At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.Job Description This position will contribute to the Allstate Benefits Sales Support and Account Management (SSAM) Department by exhibiting a strong understanding of core business processes. This position will take ownership of their Pre-Sale position through self-motivation and continuous learning. This position contributes to specific projects within the department and prepares work for approval by others. This Pre-Sale Team position can adapt their communication techniques to their audience members, regardless of the positions of those members. This position will feel comfortable identifying, understanding, and resolving complex problems within their own work area.Key ResponsibilitiesComplete proposals and RFPs with excellent quality.Follow Best Practice guidelines to ensure transparency and accurate record keeping, including maintaining files according to communicated standards and ensuring timely and accurate updates of quote tracking.Develop expertise on Pre-Sale process including product knowledge, best practices, and escalation process.Prioritize work and workload management.Build strong strategic alliances with the Pre-Sale team, our sales team, and internal cross-functional partners, focusing on quality relationships.Collaborate with the Pre-Sale team to share new RFP content.Actively participate in team training sessions and adopt new processes.Identify areas of opportunity and provide feedback to management for improvements.Contribute to process improvement projects as needed.Requirements/Qualifications/Functional Skills:Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Exhibit a can-do approach and aspire to excel in a fast-paced environment.Ability to organize and prioritize high volume-based workloads.Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to read and interpret complex information.Must be able to work on multiple projects and complete high-quality work against strict and conflicting deadlines.Creative problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills.Assertive self-starter with strong organizational skills.Ability to work with little to no supervision.Must be proficient in the following applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Pro and various administration systems.Working knowledge of CRM platform, SalesForce preferred.Education

• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job does not have supervisory duties.

Education & Experience (in lieu)

• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills Analytical Thinking, Business Administration, Critical Thinking, Excel, Microsoft Products, Oral Communications, Problem Resolution, Problem Solving, Request for Proposals (RFP), Strategic CollaborationCompensation Compensation offered for this role is $47,440.00 – 81,902.50 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.Good Hands. Greater Together.Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.For jobs in San Francisco, please click “ ” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “ ” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “ ”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance ProgramsTo view the FMLA poster, click “ ”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee’s terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.

Expected salary: $47440 – 81902.5 per year

Location: USA

Job date: Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:48:01 GMT

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