Design and Development Manager leading proposal processes for high-impact programs. Collaborating with sales and strategic teams while managing vendor communications in a hybrid role.
Responsibilities
Independently lead the full proposal process—from concept to delivery—for custom, high-impact programs, ensuring alignment with client goals, budget, and brand identity.
Own all aspects of proposal development, including ideation, narrative writing, pricing, formatting, and presentation delivery.
Accurately scope and price all program components including décor, entertainment, venues, staffing, transportation, and activities using strong editorial skills.
Write and adapt creative descriptions for client-facing materials such as activities/tours, venues, and restaurants, customizing standard content when necessary.
Conduct initial vendor outreach to confirm availability and collect service information aligned with proposal and contract parameters.
Maintain direct communication with Sales team and Strategic team (if applicable) throughout the pre-sale phase, including discovery calls, meetings, site visits, and presentations, both virtual and in-person.
Maintain holds for venues and vendors during the sales process, ensuring timely release or confirmation based on program stage.
Proactively manage workload and role responsibilities in order to meet deadlines and stakeholder expectations; adjust program details throughout the proposal phase to ensure alignment of scope, budget, and logistics.
Attend and contribute to turnover meetings with the Event Management and Sales teams to ensure seamless handoffs and clear program documentation.
Requirements
Minimum of six years work experience with a minimum of three years in hospitality.
At least one year work experience in proposal writing, event design, creative marketing, or destination management.
Proficiency in client relations, detailed budget management, event design, contract management, and vendor relations.
Strong pricing, formatting, and creative storytelling abilities required.
Advanced writing and creative storytelling skills.
Ability to develop customized, client-specific content.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Knowledge of the local destination offerings such as restaurants, clubs, festivals, tours, and venues.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva.
Benefits
Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
Adhere to appropriate company operating procedures, benefit rules, employment, and safety policies/practices.
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