Event Proposal Manager

Where Human Connection Fuels Possibility ​

At Maritz, decades of innovation and perseverance have built more than just a strong reputation — they’ve shaped a culture where human connection and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. ​

Joining Maritz means becoming part of a workplace grounded in a critical truth; people and their potential is our greatest resource.

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Maritz helps companies achieve their business goals by inspiring people to perform their best. We design experiences, incentives, and recognition programs that spark action and deliver measurable impact.​

And we’ve brought this human-first design inward – intentionally building teams that care for each other and collaborate powerfully. In our most recent employee survey, nearly 90% of respondents said that their managers care about their concerns and 82% said they feel genuinely appreciated. We know that when employees feel seen, supported, and celebrated for who they are, they thrive and so does our business. ​

That’s why we’ve created a flexible, environment that empowers you to do your best work without sacrificing what matters most to you. In fact, in that same survey, nearly 90% of respondents said they have the flexibility they need to balance work and personal life and nearly 80% said Maritz does a great job prioritizing employee well being.​

We have a passion for excellence and genuine care for the people making it possible.

The Event Proposal Manager collaborates with Sales to craft unique solutions for business opportunities. Leads the creation of a solution deliverable including pricing and highly customized content.

What You'll Be Doing

80% - STRATEGY, CREATION & EXECUTION: Collaborates with other subject matter experts as the lead across all functional areas to create the best strategic response to client RFP (Request for Proposal). Performs client research to ensure a competitive edge to the response. Constructs timeline and sets up continuous touch points during the proposal process. Collects input from many sources and creates a persuasive and powerful proposal response. Leads the presale team in more complex and strategic client requests that require integrating multiple functional areas and possibly other Maritz business units or vendors. Integrates industry, technical and product/service expertise for a more comprehensive proposal response. Helps to expand Experience Design strategies within the pre-sale team.

20%: PRODUCT OFFERING & INDUSTRY EXPERTISE: Continuously maintains knowledge and expertise of new processes, technology and service offerings within the Company, and applicable industry trends or innovations.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience required.
• 7 plus years of experience in related professional field required.  Experience in a project management role dealing with services is preferred; or similar Maritz experience.
• Strong ability to collaborate with others and strategic leadership skills.
• Solution oriented person; familiarity and understanding of strategy development preferred.
• Strong understanding of Maritz products, services, operations, and overall approach to business preferred.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with an ability to work under tight deadline pressure.
• Professional written and oral communications skills with proven ability to present strategic recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Things You Should Know

• This position has no direct reports.
• This is a virtual role.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!

View all details at: www.MaritzBenefits.com

 

 

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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