Job Title: Senior Marketing & Communications Manager
Location: Redwood City, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Work from Office (5 days a week)
Base Salary: $150,000 USD
About the Company
Gruve is an innovative Software Services startup dedicated to empowering Enterprise Customers in managing their Data Life Cycle. We specialize in Cyber Security, Customer Experience, Infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.
Why Gruve
At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position Summary
The Senior Manager of Marketing Communications will lead and manage all external communication efforts, driving clarity and engagement around our AI-driven technology practices. You will collaborate closely with technology leaders to sharpen and articulate compelling go-to-market messages, ensuring our unique value is clearly understood by customers and the broader market. This role is pivotal in storytelling, PR strategy, and external brand positioning and will evolve into a Director of Marketing position.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, refine, and execute comprehensive marketing and communication strategies highlighting the company's AI practices.
- Create compelling storyboards and narratives to effectively communicate our solutions' unique value propositions.
- Manage and continually optimize website content to ensure alignment with strategic messaging and enhance customer engagement.
- Lead public relations initiatives, including scheduling and facilitating podcasts, media interviews, speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities for senior executives.
- Collaborate with business and technology leaders to craft strategic presentations, high-impact customer pitches, and executive-level content.
- Oversee creation of strategic marketing collateral, including whitepapers, blogs, articles, case studies, and promotional content.
- Drive external communication strategy, ensuring consistent brand voice and impactful messaging across all channels.
- Manage and mentor all external-facing marketing resources, fostering high performance and professional growth.
- Develop deep insights into demand generation and integrate these insights into communication strategies to support business growth.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in marketing communications roles, preferably within technology or AI-focused services organizations.
- Proven experience developing and executing effective storytelling, messaging, and strategic communications.
- Expertise in PR strategy, media relations, and executive thought leadership programs.
- Demonstrated capability in creating impactful strategic presentations and customer-facing materials.
- Strong understanding of demand generation strategies and methodologies.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
- Experience managing and mentoring marketing teams or external resources.
Future Career Path
This role is designed to evolve into a Director of Marketing position, with broader responsibilities including overall marketing strategy, team leadership, and greater influence in the company's strategic growth initiatives.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Compliance Statements
- This job description is compliant with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- The essential functions listed are necessary for ADA compliance.
- Salary ranges are provided in accordance with New York and California pay transparency laws.
Physical Demands
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
- Occasionally move about the office to access files and office equipment.
Work Environment
- This position may require working in a fast-paced environment.
- On-site presence is required
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Gruve is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Gruve will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact .