Senior Marketing Manager

Gruve; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative software services startup is seeking a Senior Marketing & Communications Manager to lead external communication efforts. This pivotal role involves crafting compelling narratives about AI-driven technologies and collaborating with technology leaders to enhance brand positioning. With a focus on storytelling and public relations, you will manage marketing strategies that drive engagement and demand generation. Join a dynamic team dedicated to empowering enterprise customers and making an impact in the tech industry. This position offers the potential to evolve into a Director of Marketing role, providing a unique opportunity for professional growth and leadership.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years in marketing communications, preferably in tech or AI.
• Proven experience in storytelling and strategic communications.
• Expertise in PR strategy and media relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing strategies for AI practices.
• Lead PR initiatives and manage external communications.
• Collaborate on strategic presentations and customer pitches.

Skills

Marketing Communications

Public Relations

Storytelling

Demand Generation

Strategic Presentations

Team Leadership

Content Creation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Job Title: Senior Marketing & Communications Manager

Location: Redwood City, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time, Work from Office (5 days a week)

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.

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.

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.
• 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 [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gruve by 2x

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Get notified about new Marketing Manager jobs in Redwood City, CA.

Marketing Strategy, Planning and Operations Manager

Menlo Park, CA $96,000.00-$143,000.00 2 weeks ago

San Francisco, CA $85,600.00-$128,400.00 1 day ago

San Francisco, CA $105,700.00-$132,200.00 2 weeks ago

Global Strategy and Operations Manager, Marketing

San Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago

Associate Manager, Global Brand Management– Fenty Beauty

San Francisco, CA $79,900.00-$99,900.00 3 weeks ago

Director, Global Head of Brand Marketing - Facebook

San Francisco, CA $227,000.00-$296,000.00 2 weeks ago

San Francisco, CA $122,000.00-$176,000.00 2 weeks ago

Associate Manager Social Marketing, Fenty Skin

San Francisco, CA $79,900.00-$89,900.00 6 days ago

Menlo Park, CA $158,000.00-$223,000.00 2 weeks ago

Menlo Park, CA $122,000.00-$176,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director, Global Head of Brand Marketing - Facebook

Menlo Park, CA $227,000.00-$296,000.00 2 weeks ago

Product Marketing Manager, Horizon Experiences

San Francisco, CA $136,000.00-$165,000.00 2 weeks ago

Redwood City, CA $181,000.00-$226,500.00 6 days ago

Redwood City, CA $181,000.00-$226,500.00 6 days ago

Sunnyvale, CA $100,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago

San Francisco, CA $128,000.00-$186,000.00 2 weeks ago

San Francisco, CA $158,000.00-$223,000.00 2 weeks ago

Marketing Manager, Performance Solutions

Menlo Park, CA $122,000.00-$176,000.00 2 weeks ago

Marketing Manager, Performance Solutions

San Francisco, CA $122,000.00-$176,000.00 2 weeks ago

Menlo Park, CA $158,000.00-$223,000.00 2 weeks ago

San Mateo, CA $145,000.00-$190,000.00 1 week ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.