Sr. Public Relations Manager

Support Revolution; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager of Public Relations to lead media relations and enhance visibility across the industry. The position requires a seasoned PR professional to develop strategies, manage communications, and maintain relationships with key media personnel.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Participation in bonus and equity award programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in public relations.
• Proven track record of securing high-impact media placements.
• Experience working with executive leadership and managing PR agencies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute public relations strategies.
• Build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Manage external PR agencies and plan for crisis communication.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong judgment

Media relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

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Location: San Jose, California, United States

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Supermicro is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Senior Manager, Public Relations to lead strategic media relations and elevate the company's visibility across industry, business, and technology press. This is a high-impact role suited for a seasoned PR professional with a deep understanding of the media landscape, a strong network of journalist relationships, and proven experience driving thought leadership and brand recognition in a B2B or tech environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive public relations strategies to support corporate objectives, product launches, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists, editors, and influencers in business and technology media.
• Prepare company executives for interviews, media appearances, and public speaking engagements.
• Craft compelling press releases, media pitches, blog posts, and other external communications materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and executive teams to identify media opportunities and shape strategic messaging.
• Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activities to inform PR strategies and executive positioning.
• Manage external PR agencies and ensure alignment with brand messaging and corporate goals.
• Support crisis communication planning and execution when needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in public relations, with a strong emphasis on media relations and strategic communications in the tech or B2B industry.
• Proven track record of securing high-impact media placements in top-tier business and tech outlets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgment and ability to manage sensitive and high-pressure situations.
• Experience working with executive leadership and managing PR agencies or teams is a plus.

Salary Range

$146,000 - $165,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.