Proposal Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

A Proposal Specialist supports the process of business development for their firm segment by creating opportunity-specific marketing materials (proposals, quals, or presentations), researching clients and prospects, and identifying promotional opportunities to reach intended audiences.
Please include a cover letter that demonstrates your writing ability and a resume that demonstrates your graphic design ability. Including a portfolio of graphic design and layout experience is a plus.

Duties:

• In coordination with the Pursuit Manager, searches for RFPs and channels them to appropriate firm audiences.
  Participates in pre-proposal & pre-interview planning with technical teams to help develop and apply the established win strategy.
• Coordinates, writes, edits and produces pursuit marketing materials (qualifications packages, proposals, presentations/interviews, etc.) with minimal oversight
  Solicits and coordinates information from sub consultants and other team members for inclusion in proposal and presentation materials.
• Participates in pre-interview planning and presentation rehearsal and provides coaching as necessary
  Gathers, formats and maintains accurate, up-to-date segment marketing information including staff bios, project descriptions and statistics, and other information for marketing purposes.
• Researches target opportunities as directed, sharing relevant information with other teams as required
  Engages Content Strategists to capture opportunities for award submissions, case studies, photography, or other ways to "package" segment expertise.
• Collaborates with the Brand Manager on the development of standard collateral and marketing pieces for segment's audiences.
• Identifies and manages opportunities for tradeshows, industry events, speaking engagements, or other advertising and sponsorships that reach segment's target audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design or similar
• 3+ years of experience in A/E/C marketing or business development
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Office, and CRM systems (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred)
• Travel as required to build positive working relationships with stakeholders
• Excellent time management, project management, and presentation skills

Salary Range: $50,000 - $85,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.