Director, Brand & Growth

Responsibilities

• Inbound, Proposal & RFP Leadership: - Vet inbound opportunities and brief leadership on fit, scope, and next steps - Own RFIs, RFPs, security questionnaires, procurement requests, and proposals from kickoff through submission - Manage client and procurement communications, workplans, timelines, trackers, and review schedules - Manage third-party consultant and procurement communications throughout the proposal process Proposal Development & Content: - Partner with Growth Leads and Pitch Leadership to shape tailored, strategic proposal narratives - Oversee credentials, proposals, executive summaries, capability presentations, and supporting materials with the Growth Coordinator - Ensure all materials meet editorial standards and deliver a consistent, premium WPxGS brand experience Cross-Functional Pitch Operations: - Coordinate contributors across Strategy, Media, Creative, Analytics, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Executive Leadership - Track progress, risks, dependencies, and milestones; drive accountability and timely leadership reviews - Coordinate presentation production, printed materials, leave-behinds, and meeting logistics as needed Knowledge & Content Management: - Own the proposal library and keep agency materials current, accurate, and accessible - Maintain bios, leadership profiles, case studies, service descriptions, capabilities, certifications, awards, and partner and technology information - Steward proposal knowledge in AI systems and repositories; develop reusable content with subject matter experts Team Leadership & Process Excellence: - Manage and develop a direct report through coaching, mentorship, regular feedback, and workload prioritization - Improve proposal workflows, templates, and governance to increase efficiency and quality - Establish proposal management best practices and train team members on tools, processes, and standards - Help onboard and train new team members on proposal tools, processes, and standards

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in proposal management, new business, agency growth, marketing operations or related functions within an Integrated media or creative advertising agency
• 2+ years of experience managing and developing direct reports
• Experience leading complex RFP/RFI responses within advertising, media, marketing, consulting, or technology organizations
• Demonstrated success supporting competitive proposal processes and cross-functional pursuit teams
• Outstanding written, editing, proofreading, and communication skills
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience building and maintaining knowledge management systems or content libraries
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Salesforce, project management platforms, and collaborative work tools
• The ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Preferred

• Editorial or technical writing background
• Experience supporting consultant-led procurement processes
• Experience with proposal automation or knowledge management platforms
• Familiarity with AI-powered content management and prompt libraries

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and various other benefits and perks.