Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialist based onsite in Nashville, TN, responsible for end-to-end proposal development and pursuit support with knowledge of government contracts including FAR and GSA.

Responsibilities

• Own the proposal lifecycle from planning to delivery, defining timelines, required details, and staffing with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate rehearsal sessions for presentations and actively assist facilitators and coaches.
• Set up and maintain the electronic file structure, access controls, and backup procedures for all proposal materials on the team server and intranet, including SharePoint and CRM.
• Create tailored proposal and presentation content, handling writing, editing, layout design, custom graphics, resume customization, and schedule integration with limited direction from marketing or sales leads.
• Develop final production cycle plans and identify required resources.
• Manage the internal flow and review process for all proposal inputs and outputs.
• Oversee daily vendor operations to ensure timely and quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with Community Affairs Manager and Marketing Manager to plan and execute pursuit-specific outreach programs.
• Maintain current knowledge of government contracts, FAR, and GSA guidelines.
• Prepare project award submittals and proactively seek new award opportunities.
• Build and sustain relationships with clients' marketing counterparts, prospective clients, architects, and engineers.
• Monitor media sources for information relevant to targeted pursuits.
• Engage in local media events, civic and professional meetings, client industry trade associations, and community activities to enhance the company's image.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support pursuits and marketing initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field (minimum).
• At least four years of marketing experience or an equivalent combination of education and work history.
• Strong computer and IT skills with proficiency in standard office tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, showing initiative and independent thinking.
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on profitability in actions and decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Graphic design skills are desirable.

Technologies

• SharePoint
• CRM
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Photoshop

Work Environment

The work environment may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts on occasion. Qualified individuals may encounter occasional airborne particles or caustic chemicals, with the typical noise level described as moderate.