Senior Manager, Content & Thought Leadership

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

📋 Description

• Develop and advocate for Stord's perspective on agentic commerce, physical intelligence, fulfillment, supply chain, and omnichannel strategies.

• Recognize emerging discussions where Stord can offer a credible and unique viewpoint.

• Oversee the editorial calendar from its planning stages to publication.

• Conduct interviews with executives and subject matter experts to transform operational insights into engaging writing.

• Reimagine the content experience and programming for Stord's owned channels.

• Establish the narrative and maintain high-quality standards across content, PR, and social platforms.

• Shape stories for earned media through strategic pitch angles, contributed content, and enhanced executive visibility.

• Collaborate with social, branding, demand generation, product marketing, and sales teams.

• Write and edit essays, case studies, website copy, emails, sales materials, and executive documents.

• Assist in crafting presentations and decks for marketing, sales, and executive audiences.

• Create content optimized for AEO/SEO, ensuring visibility in answer engines and effective conversion paths.

• Monitor content performance and adjust editorial priorities accordingly.

• Coordinate publication efforts across owned channels and manage relationships with third-party publishers.

• Foster relationships within sales, product, operations, and executive teams.

• Supervise and guide freelancers, contract writers, and agency partners.

• Review and enhance written materials across Brand and Communications.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in content, editorial, communications, or brand storytelling, preferably in B2B tech, media, or commerce.

• A unique editorial voice complemented by the discernment to recognize when a piece is ready for publication.

• Experience in developing a point of view or thought leadership program, rather than just executing one.

• Proficiency across PR, content, and social media, with an understanding of how stories intersect among these platforms.

• Familiarity with AEO/SEO, lead generation strategies, and content performance analytics.

• Capability to translate complex technical subjects into clear and engaging writing without oversimplifying.

• Proven track record of working cross-functionally and establishing relationships with executives and technical experts.

• Experience managing an editorial calendar that encompasses various content types and stakeholders.

• Experience overseeing freelancers or agency partners; people management experience is a plus.

• A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous vacation policy and paid time off.

• Professional development opportunities and support for continuous learning.

• Flexible work environment with remote work options.