PR Communications Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Oversee both daily and long-term operations of the communications department, including planning, timelines, and program monitoring.

• Develop and sustain scalable processes and systems.

• Monitor budgets, deliverables, and deadlines for ongoing PR and communications initiatives.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Fleet, and Distribution teams to ensure alignment of communications programs with business objectives.

• Work alongside Program Management, Design, and Engineering to integrate communications and PR requirements into product and program schedules.

• Act as a primary contact for cross-functional partners regarding communications planning and progress.

• Guarantee that vehicles are wrapped, equipped, and prepared ahead of events and media activations.

• Organize timelines and specifications between communications and fleet operations.

• Monitor vehicle and asset readiness in relation to event and campaign schedules.

• Discover opportunities for Slate to participate in events, gain media exposure, and establish partnerships.

• Present ideas and suggestions to leadership.

• Keep an eye on industry trends and competitive landscape for potential opportunities and threats.

• Ensure workstreams are coordinated, documented, and adhere to schedules.

• Maintain records, timelines, and status updates.

• Proactively identify risks and resolve conflicts.

• Keep precise program documentation and records.

• Execute other tasks and special projects as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is preferred, or an equivalent level of experience.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in program management, communications, or PR.

• Proven experience in independently managing programs.

• Proficient in Smartsheets, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools.

• Experience overseeing budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships.

• Comfortable using scheduling, tracking, and communication tools.

• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong ability to collaborate across functions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Capable of managing multiple programs and priorities concurrently in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in managing communications operations at a growing or fast-paced company is preferred.

• A history of achieving cross-functional successes is preferred.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

• Visa sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Disability insurance

• Vacation

• 401k

• Potential eligibility for equity program

• Potential eligibility for discretionary annual incentive program