Product Marketing Manager

01A; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Insurance offerings

Retirement savings

Flexible time off

Equity plans

Job summary

Navan is seeking a dynamic Product Marketing Manager to lead strategic direction and positioning for our travel product. You will bridge product, sales, and marketing to develop compelling messaging and value propositions that drive growth.

In this role, you’ll craft multi-channel GTM plans, conduct market research, and create marketing materials that showcase Navan’s capabilities. You’ll collaborate with Enablement and Field teams to equip sales, and work with multiple teams to align on

Qualifications

• 6+ years of product marketing experience in AI/travel/SaaS/tech.
• Experience using AI across marketing workflows.
• Strong cross-functional coordination across time zones.
• Strategic and analytical skills to translate features into benefits.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; storytelling.
• Strong project management in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Define target audiences and craft messaging that differentiates Navan.
• Develop and execute go-to-market plans for new and existing products.
• Conduct market research to inform product and marketing strategies.
• Develop enablement tools, training, and resources for sales.
• Create product collateral, case studies, white papers, and blog posts.
• Design and implement campaigns to drive awareness, leads, and retention.
• Monitor campaign effectiveness and optimize strategies.
• Align with product, sales, and customer success on strategy and execution.

Skills

Product marketing experience

AI in marketing

Cross-functional collaboration

Storytelling

Project management

Market research

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and strategicProduct Marketing Manager to drive the strategic direction and positioning for our products, with a primary focus on our travel product. In this role, you will be the bridge between product, sales, and marketing, ensuring that our capabilities are effectively positioned, communicated, and understood by prospects and customers. You will be responsible for developing compelling messaging, translating new product capabilities into impactful value propositions, and creating marketing strategies that fuel growth and engagement.

If you are passionate about travel, AI, and tech, have a knack for storytelling, and thrive at the intersection of product and GTM, we’d love to have you on board.

What You’ll Do

• Work with Product and Sales to define target audiences and craft clear, compelling messaging and positioning that differentiates Navan’s capabilities in the market.
• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market plans for new and existing products, ensuring successful adoption and engagement.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitive landscapes, and industry trends to inform product development and marketing strategies.
• Partner with Enablement and Field teams to develop tools, training, and resources that enhance their ability to sell Navan’s products effectively.
• Create a variety of marketing materials, including product collateral, case studies, white papers, and blog posts that highlight the value of Navan’s capabilities. Ensure consistency across all touchpoints.
• Collaborate with the broader marketing team to design and execute marketing campaigns that drive product awareness, lead generation, and customer retention.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of product marketing initiatives, using data to optimize strategies and achieve business goals.
• Work closely with product management, sales, customer success, and other teams to align on product strategy and execution.

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of product marketing experience, preferably within AI, travel, SaaS, and/or tech, with a track record of launching and growing B2B products.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI across product marketing workflows, including research, messaging development, content creation, launch planning, and operational optimization, to improve speed, quality, and impact.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders effectively, including across multiple time zones.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex product features into customer benefits and compelling marketing messages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and creating engaging content. The ability to write well is essential.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic planning.

The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate’s starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate’s skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity. For roles with on-target-earnings (OTE), the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation. Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period. Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets. Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter.

Pay Range

$108,000 — $240,000 USD

Navan uses AI-assisted Automated Employment Decision Tool (Metaview) to assist with evaluating resumes against job qualifications for this role. All final decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Human oversight

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About Navan

Navan (Nasdaq: NAVN) is the global AI-powered business travel and expense platform that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com.

Culture of Excellence

Our team is our competitive edge — a high-performance group of smart, driven people committed to winning together. This dedication to excellence is why we’ve been recognized as Best Place to Work by Built In (2023–2026), a G2 Best Global Software Company (2025–2026), Forbes Cloud 100 (2022–2025), and CNBC Disruptor 50 (2022–2025). At Navan, we provide an environment where top talent excels, offering the autonomy and fast-paced trajectory needed to build a defining career and do the best work of your life.

Our Benefits

• Navan offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your well-being, financial security, and life outside of work.
• Our benefits, thoughtfully tailored by country to meet local needs, include healthcare coverage, insurance offerings, and wellness resources for you and your family.
• We support long-term financial growth through retirement savings programs and opportunities to participate in our equity plans, so you can share in Navan’s success.
• To promote balance, we offer flexible time off, country-specific holidays, and paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Additional benefits include connectivity and commuting support*, mental health resources, and exclusive travel-related perks.
• Wherever you’re based, our benefits evolve with you.

*Applies to select locations.

Workplace Policy

Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that’s sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. In-office perks such as company-provided lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. Our employees work from the office four days a week. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office.

Equal Opportunity

Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring.

Accommodations

Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law.

If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you are welcome to email us at [e-mail].

Candidate Privacy Notice and Use of AI

As part of the recruitment process, certain personal data may be processed using automated tools, including tools that use AI. For details on how Navan collects and uses your personal data, please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice here.

Job Search Best Practices

We have been made aware of recruitment scams involving fraudulent attempts to lure job seekers into sending money or personal information in return for fake job offers or coerce them into purchasing equipment by electronic funds transfer (Zelle, Venmo, etc.) Legitimate Navan recruiters will never ask for money in any recruitment or onboarding activities. All available job openings at Navan will be posted on Navan’s website and all Navan recruiters will be reachable through an email address ending in “@navan.com” or “@navan.tech” or "@talent.navan.com".