Director Sales II Capture & Proposal Public Sector

About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications u2013 quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up u2013 committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. Weu2019re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. The Role Director II, SLED Capture & Proposal Management u2013 Public Sector Location: CO, VA, or Remote (as approved) Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role The Director II, SLED Capture & Proposal Management leads capture and proposal strategy for State, Local, Education, and Healthcare (SLED) markets within Lumen Public Sector. This role is accountable for driving growth across diverse, highly decentralized customers through competitive procurements, cooperative contracts, master service agreements, and strategic partnerships. Reporting to the Vice President, Public Sector Capture & Proposal Management, this leader oversees SLED capture and proposal teams and external partners, ensuring disciplined execution while adapting strategies to varied procurement models, funding structures, and customer needs. This role requires a blend of strategic market leadership and hands-on operational expertise, requiring strong judgment, adaptability, and the ability to influence across sales, solutions engineering, product, and operational teams. The director will oversee SLED capture and proposal teams, manage external partners, and ensure disciplined, repeatable, highu2011quality pursuit execution. The Main Responsibilities SLED Capture & Market Strategy u2022Develop and execute capture strategies for high value SLED opportunities across state agencies, municipalities, education systems, and healthcare organizations. u2022Align capture priorities to Lumenu2019s SLED growth strategy, contract portfolio, and regional sales plans. u2022Tailor capture approaches to diverse SLED procurement models, budget cycles, timelines, and funding sources (e.g., federal grants, state appropriations, bond measures). Proposal Leadership & Execution u2022Lead proposal development for competitive SLED bids, ensuring clarity, compliance, compelling storytelling, and differentiation. u2022Oversee proposal schedules, resource allocation, content quality, risk mitigation, and review cycles. u2022Drive continuous improvement in SLED proposal quality, effectiveness, and win rates. Team & Ecosystem Leadership u2022Lead, mentor, and scale SLED capture and proposal teams to support diverse and rapid evolving pipeline. u2022Manage external proposal vendors, consultants, and strategic partners to scale support as needed. u2022Foster strong cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Engineering, Product, Pricing, Legal, and Operations. Customer & Partner Engagement u2022Support executive level engagement with SLED customers, partners, and procurement officials. u2022Build trusted relationships with regional and national SLED stakeholders. u2022Monitor market trends, legislative changes, funding drivers, and regulatory developments impact SLED opportunities. Performance Management u2022Own SLED capture and proposal performance metrics, including pipeline conversion, PWIN improvements, and ROI. u2022Contribute to disciplined bid/no-bid decision making. u2022Ensure SLED proposals meet Lumen quality standards and customer expectations. What We Look For in a Candidate General Qualifications u2022Experience: 10+ years in SLED capture, proposal, or business development leadership. u2022Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of SLED procurement processes, state contracting mechanisms, cooperative purchasing models, funding sources, and customer dynamics. u2022Leadership: Proven experience leading teams and influencing across matrixed organizations. u2022Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. u2022Execution: Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills. u2022Education: Bacheloru2019s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. Preferred Qualifications u2022Masteru2019s degree or equivalent experience. u2022Relevant certifications (APMP, Shipley, PMP, or similar). u2022Experience with cooperative contracts, statewide agreements, and large SLED pursuits. u2022Established network within SLED agencies, associations, or procurement communities. Why Lumen? At Lumen, your work directly enables communities, schools, and healthcare systems to thrive. Youu2019ll help deliver critical connectivity and digital transformation while building sustainable growth in a dynamic public sector environment. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $148,838 - $198,450 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY $156,282 - $208,373 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $163,727 - $218,295 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. Learn more about Lumen's: Benefits ( Bonus Structure #LI-Remote Requisition #: 341250 Background Screening If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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Created: 2026-03-13