Victaulic Company of America

Proposal Lead

Victaulic Company of America$80K — $110K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in proposal development or related marketing roles; team leadership experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record in establishing and optimizing proposal processes and workflows.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills with a knack for persuasive storytelling and customer centricity.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
  • Experience in B2B marketing, sales enablement, or RFP-heavy industries is a plus.
  • Familiarity with marketing collaboration tools and proposal management platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Build the proposals function from scratch by designing workflows and developing a governance model.
  • Create scalable, efficient proposal processes that embody the company's 'move with urgency' value.
  • Lead end-to-end proposal development that reflects brand and customer-centric strategies.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, and SMEs to create high-impact proposals.
  • Write, edit, and refine content to ensure clarity and consistency with brand objectives.
  • Maintain a dynamic content library of proposal elements, product messaging, and success stories.
  • Establish and track KPIs to improve performance and demonstrate strategic impact.

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative office environment.
  • Opportunity to shape a foundational role in proposal strategy.
  • Development and professional growth in a leadership capacity.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams for holistic approach to proposals.
  • Be a key player in enhancing the brand experience for customers.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Proposals Lead

Reports to: Marketing Manager

Location: Easton, PA

Type: Full-Time in office

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic, process-oriented Proposals Lead to build a high-performing proposals function within our Marketing department. Reporting to the Marketing Operations Manager, this role is a key architect of our mission to transform every customer touchpoint into an exceptional brand experience. The Proposals Lead will be instrumental in developing scalable proposal processes, cultivating a collaborative team environment, and producing persuasive, high-quality proposals that reflect our brand and values. This is a foundational role, aligned with our vision to instill brand loyalty and create customers for life.

As the Proposals Lead, you'll shape a critical function that sits at the intersection of marketing, sales, and customer engagement. You'll lead with purpose, creativity, and a strategic focus-helping us deliver proposals that aren't just compliant, but compelling. Your work will directly contribute to our vision of creating customers for life by making every proposal a reflection of our brand excellence.

Key Responsibilities
• Build the proposals function from the ground up- designing workflows, developing a governance model, developing content systems, and assembling team members
• Create scalable, efficient proposal processes that reflect our move with urgency value while ensuring excellence
• Lead the end-to-end development of proposals that are on-brand, customer-centric, and strategically crafted to win business. (from kick off to close
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Sales Ops, Legal, and SMEs to develop high-impact proposals that consistently reflect our messaging and customer value.
• Write, edit, and refine proposal content, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with our brand mission of delivering exceptional experiences.
• Maintain a dynamic content library, including reusable proposal elements, product messaging, visuals, and customer success stories.
• Establish and track KPIs (response times, content utilization) to continuously improve performance, foster positivity, and demonstrate strategic impact.
• Champion the proposal function as a strategic marketing asset that connects closely with brand, sales and marketing to know your target and deliver tailored value.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in proposal development or related marketing roles; experience leading or building a team strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in establishing and optimizing proposal processes, content systems, and team workflows.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with a talent for persuasive storytelling and customer focus.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and act decisively.
• Background in B2B marketing, sales enablement, or RFP-heavy industries is a plus.
• Experience with marketing collaboration tools and proposal management platforms.

What You'll Bring
• A builder's mindset with a passion for creating structured, scalable processes from the ground up.
• The ability to lead and inspire team members while working cross-functionally with agility and alignment.
• A commitment to our team values: positivity, urgency, targeted strategy, and uncompromising quality.
• A deep belief in the power of brand storytelling to turn transactional touchpoints into loyal customer experiences

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About Victaulic Company of America

Victaulic Company of America is a leading manufacturer of mechanical pipe joining systems, including couplings, fittings, and valves. The company's products are used in a variety of industries, including construction, oil and gas, mining, and water treatment. Victaulic's mission is to provide innovative solutions that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability in the piping industry. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania. Victaulic has operations in more than 120 countries and employs over 4,500 people worldwide.
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4,500 employees
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1919

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