Marketing Director Job at Valor Front in Sacramento

Valor Front has been retained by a privately held, 50+ year engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds high-performance machining tools and custom equipment used in some of the most demanding industrial markets—Aerospace & Space, nuclear and power generation, DOE national labs, oil & gas, and other mission-critical sectors. Their solutions help customers increase productivity, reduce downtime, and execute complex work where precision and reliability are essential. After a recent leadership rebuild—including a new Head of Sales, Head of Operations, and People/HR leader—the company is in a strong, growth-minded position with a healthy mix of standard products and rapidly growing custom equipment revenue. They are now making a strategic investment in their first internal Head of Marketing. This role reports directly to the CEO. The Opportunity This is a high-impact role for a technical B2B marketer who wants to own the function end-to-end in a mid-sized, industrial environment. You will be embedded on-site with engineering, operations, and sales—walking the shop floor, seeing the machines, and turning complex projects into targeted, revenue-generating marketing. You will: Serve as the internal owner of marketing , shaping strategy and execution instead of just “taking orders.” Transform one-off engineered solutions into repeatable stories, collateral, and campaigns that drive new business. Build market and account intelligence that helps Sales prioritize the right sectors and targets. Strengthen both commercial brand presence and employer brand to attract top talent. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute solution/product marketing around key projects and use cases (problem, solution, value). Create and maintain target account lists and simple market maps across sectors like aerospace/space, nuclear, energy, and advanced manufacturing. Own the marketing calendar , including website updates, social media content, trade show support, and technical symposium materials. Produce clear, technically grounded content: one-pagers, case studies, white papers, basic photo/video assets, and sales tools. Direct and coordinate external marketing agencies and vendors , ensuring all work is aligned with business priorities and brand standards. Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and People/HR on campaigns that drive revenue and support recruiting and culture initiatives. ~ 10–15 years of experience in B2B marketing , ideally in industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or technical product environments. Demonstrated strength in solution/product marketing and market research/intelligence , not just brand or design. Comfort working around mechanical systems, machining, or industrial processes ; you’re curious about how things are built and work. Strong writing and storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts. Solid project-management skills and experience working with external agencies. Collaborative, low-ego, “low-drama” teammate who brings a growth mindset and accountability. On-Site Only – This role is based full-time on-site in the greater Sacramento area. The work requires frequent interaction with engineers, production, and operations teams; hybrid/remote would not be effective for what this role needs to achieve. Privately held, mid-sized manufacturer with a long history and a modernizing, forward-looking brand and leadership team. Competitive base salary commensurate with experience Performance-based bonus opportunity Long-term growth opportunity as the company scales and the marketing function expands How to Apply Interested candidates should apply via LinkedIn or contact Valor Front directly with a resume and brief note about your experience in technical/industrial marketing and why this opportunity is of interest. All inquiries will be handled confidentially by Valor Front. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Sales Industries Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Valor Front by 2x Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leaveStudent loan assistance Disability insurance Tuition assistance #J-18808-Ljbffr