Proposal Writer (Hybrid)

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world‑class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e‑commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data‑driven decision‑making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Proposal Writer to join our team.

As the first dedicated Proposal Writer for our organization, you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting captivating proposals that win contracts and drive company success. You’ll develop innovative solutions and strategies that set Lakeshore apart from the competition. Your creativity and strategic thinking will be key in refining proposal drafts, ensuring compliance with requirements, and crafting winning themes and risk mitigation strategies. Applicants should have exceptional writing, editing and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce compelling narratives. The ideal candidate also possesses deep understanding of the proposal development process, with a knack for identifying and leveraging strategic opportunities.

A day on the job looks like this :

Thoroughly reviewing and interpreting bid requirements to develop customized target bid responses that align with client needs and organizational capabilities

Partnering with stakeholders across various departments to create a win strategy for specific opportunities

Scheduling and leading discovery sessions with sales and subject matter experts to draft new content and refine it according to the sales strategy

Writing new content and rewriting existing content to reflect the win strategy, adhering to writing standards

Crafting and refining sophisticated proposal responses and other communications that are compliant, persuasive and engaging

Editing final responses for spelling, grammar, style, formatting, consistency, voice and overall clarity

Consolidating conversations and information from multiple sources to ensure comprehensive and accurate bid response

Conveying complex ideas in a logical sequence that others can understand

Partnering with all stakeholders across various departments to weave their input into the bid response

Working with the design team to create graphics and visuals for bid responses that can be templatized, enhancing presentation and impact

Regularly updating and curating proposal content, ensuring high‑quality reusable and templatized materials

Tailoring writing to effectively reach the intended audience

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for :

Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred)

2+ years of experience in the field or in a similar position (4+ years preferred)

2+ years of experience managing people / projects (4+ years preferred)

Deep understanding of the proposal development process, with a knack for identifying and leveraging strategic opportunities

Exceptional writing, editing and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce compelling narratives

Adept at managing complex projects, showcasing strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

Highly skilled in both independent work and team collaboration, with a creative approach to problem solving

Proficiency in advanced research techniques, with a strong command of digital research tools

Ability to thrive under pressure, balancing multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Willingness to adopt flexible work schedules, including off‑hours, to meet critical project milestones

Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Adobe Acrobat Pro and TechSmith Snagit, with an openness to learning new software as needed

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain!

At Lakeshore, we pay local market wages for employees that reside within Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

For this position, new employees joining Lakeshore who live within Los Angeles and Orange Counties are typically brought into the organization at an hourly rate between $33.89-$45.91 depending on relevant experience & skillset.

This range is indicative of projected hiring range. The annual base compensation will take into account each candidate’s relevant experience, location, and skillset.

Bonus eligible

Paid leave for new parents to support work / life balance and family bonding

Excellent medical / dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA

401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)

Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest

On‑site preschool for our employees’ children

On‑site employee gym for all levels / fitness needs

Generous employee discount

Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down‑to‑earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind‑boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS‑related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee / Applicant Privacy Policy.

Lakeshore is an E‑Verify employer. We use E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

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