Proposal Management Manager

Rachael Schepemaker

Parker, CO • 602-***-**** • ************@*****.*** • linkedin.com/in/rachael-s-53962530 Experienced Communications Leader, Sales Strategist & Proposal Manager With over 25 years of experience, I excel in proposal management, sales enablement and marketing strategy. My expertise in enhancing proposal win rates and optimizing sales processes drives significant revenue growth of 50% within 12 months. I thrive in fast-paced environments, driving efficiency and collaboration across cross-functional teams. WORK EXPERIENCE

THE SUDDATH COMPANIES • Parker, CO • 01/2019 - Present DIRECTOR, PROPOSAL MANAGEMENT & SALES STRATEGY

GRAEBEL COMPANIES, INC. • 01/2013 - 01/2019

PROPOSAL MANAGER

FREELANCE • 08/1999 - 01/2013

MARKETING STRATEGIST

Transformed the end-to-end proposal management process, resulting in enhanced efficiency and collaboration across teams, significantly impacting overall sales performance.

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Increased annual revenue by 50% within 12 months through the development and execution of targeted capture and sales strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

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Increased forecast accuracy by 90% within 6 months by collaborating with senior leadership to refine sales pipeline strategies.

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Boosted sales efficiency by 50% in 6 months by optimizing the CRM system for tracking pipeline opportunities across the business unit and providing ongoing sales training

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Increased proposal win rates by 80% within 12 months through strategic sales enablement and targeted communication initiatives.

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Increased proposal win rates by 30% within 12 months by implementing targeted strategies for Fortune 500 companies, enhancing proposal quality and alignment with client needs.

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Enhanced proposal accuracy by 50% within 6 months through rigorous quality control and expert management, ensuring consistent brand messaging across all submissions.

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Increased revenue by 30% in 6 months through targeted copywriting strategies for multiple industries.

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Business to business marketing strategies boosted client retention by 50% over 12 months by implementing a personalized approach and regular engagement tactics.

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EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Communications

NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY • Flagstaff, AZ • GPA: 3.9 CERTIFICATIONS

CERTIFIED ASSOCIATION OF PROPOSAL MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS CF APMP

AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

Most Compelling Presenter Award • 08/2024

Suddath

VOLUNTEERING & LEADERSHIP

APMP Colorado • 01/2020 - 12/2025

Social Media Chair • Denver, CO

ROCKY MOUNTAIN RELOCATION COUNCIL • 01/2021 - 12/2025 EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, President • Denver, CO Food Bank of the Rockies • 01/2021 - 12/2025

Volunteer • Denver, CO

WOMEN OF GLOBAL MOBILITY • 11/2022 - 12/2025

EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, Vice President • Denver, CO SKILLS

Branding Consistency, Campaign Support, Content Creation, CRM Support, Database Management, Event Coordination, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing &Communications Strategy, Marketing Efforts &Campaign Planning, Market Research, Messaging Strategy, Networking &Client Relationship Building, Project Management, Promotional Material Creation, Proposal Management, Quality Control & Compliance, Reporting, RFP Management &Proposal Writing, Sales Enablement &Strategy, SME Development &Management, Social Media Management, Strategic Advisor, Sustainability,DEI &CSR Advocacy, Writing &Editing

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