Proposal Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Proposal Manager

Location :  Cincinnati, Ohio | Dayton, Ohio

Employment Type :  Full-Time | Exempt

At Miller Valentine, high performance and high values are at the core of what we do, creating a foundation where collaboration drives success and our core values guide every interaction. Honesty, accountability, safety, continuous improvement, and passion shape our culture as we build certainty for our clients, teams, and communities.

Our growth strategy focuses on market sectors where we excel and foster collaborative client relationships, including paper & packaging, consumer goods, logistics and warehouse, food & beverage, and advanced manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled individual to craft tailored, cohesive narratives, deliver exceptional proposals, and support pursuit efforts, including interview and presentation preparation, to elevate our success.

Purpose of the Role

The Proposal Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing Miller Valentine’s strategic goals by delivering exceptional proposals and pursuit efforts that emphasize our strengths and align with client priorities. This individual will lead the development of tailored, visually compelling proposals while collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with client needs and industry expectations. By leveraging technical writing, design expertise, and strategic thinking, the Proposal Manager will position Miller Valentine as a leader in key market sectors.

The Proposal Manager combines technical writing, pursuit strategy, and team coordination to deliver exceptional proposals and pursuit efforts that emphasize Miller Valentine’s strengths. This individual will collaborate across the Business Development, Preconstruction, Execution, and Shared Services Teams to ensure alignment with client priorities and industry expectations.

Key to this role is the ability to analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) to define scope and tailor customized responses. By leveraging Adobe Creative Suite tools, they will also design visually compelling materials while maintaining consistency in messaging and brand to reinforce MV’s market leadership. The ability to prepare for interviews and presentations and support collaborative post-pursuit efforts will also be an area of focus for the role.

Key Responsibilities

Proposal Development and Management

• Analyze complex solicitations, including RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, and RFIs, to identify scope, critical requirements, and deliverables.
• Lead the creation of cohesive, client-focused proposals that highlight the Miller Valentine value proposition and align with project goals.
• Collaborate with internal contributors to gather input, transform data into polished narratives, and deliver compliant, compelling submissions.
• Tailor proposals to specific markets, including paper & packaging, consumer goods, logistics and warehouse, food & beverage, and advanced manufacturing, while preserving a consistent Miller Valentine approach.
• Ensure all narrative and technical components deliver clarity, accuracy, and persuasive messaging aligned with the client’s decision-making process.

Preconstruction and Pursuit Strategy Coordination

Interview and Presentation Preparation

Content and Visual Design Expertise

Information Management and Collaboration

Core Competencies

Qualifications and Experience

Why Join Us?

At Miller Valentine, we prioritize our team’s growth and well-being as much as we focus on delivering exceptional outcomes. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and an enriching work culture designed to empower every team member.

If you are a skilled professional with a passion for crafting exceptional proposals, leading strategic pursuits, and building meaningful client partnerships, we would love to hear from you.

Reports To :  Vice President of Business Development

Work Location :  Flexible across office locations with occasional travel for project pursuits and client engagements.