Executive Communications & Public Relations Manager

Executive Communications & Public Relations Manager

This role is located in Somerville, MA – We are a hybrid work environment and are in the office 3+ days/per week.

Tulip, the leader in AI-native frontline operations, is helping companies around the world equip their workforce with composable, connected apps, leading to higher quality work, improved efficiency, and end-to-end traceability across operations. Tulip's cloud-native, no-code platform, powered by embedded AI, is driving the digital transformation of industrial environments through composable, human-centric solutions that go beyond disrupting the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) category.

A spinoff out of MIT, Tulip is headquartered in Somerville, MA, with offices in Germany, Hungary, Singapore, and Israel. Tulip has been recognized as a World Economic Forum Global Innovator, a 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast award winner, one of Energage's Top Workplaces USA, and one of Built In Boston's "Best Places to Work" and "Best Midsize Places to Work."

About You:

We're looking for a seasoned brand and communications leader to define and amplify Tulip's corporate voice. As Executive Communications and PR Manager, you'll be responsible for shaping how the world perceives Tulip through storytelling, PR, social media, and thought leadership that reflect our vision for the future of manufacturing. You'll serve as a steward of Tulip's brand identity and narrative, working across marketing, product, and executive teams to ensure every message reinforces our position as the leader in composable operations and AI-driven transformation. This role is both strategic and hands-on: part storyteller, part strategist, and part operator.

What Skills Do I Need?

• 8+ years of experience in brand marketing, corporate communications, PR, or related fields, ideally in B2B SaaS or industrial technology.
• Strong strategic thinking and storytelling ability. You're able to translate complex ideas into simple, memorable narratives.
• Proven success in building and executing integrated PR and brand campaigns that deliver measurable results.
• Experience managing corporate social media programs and executive thought leadership content.
• Deep understanding of the modern media landscape and how to leverage it for brand growth.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; confident working directly with executives and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative mindset grounded in data. You're comfortable balancing intuition with performance insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Brand Strategy and Leadership

• Promote and evolve Tulip's brand identity, positioning, and narrative to strengthen awareness and perception globally.
• Partner with leadership to ensure brand consistency and clarity across all touchpoints: web, events, content, and media.
• Establish and track brand health metrics (Power of Voice, share of voice, engagement, awareness) to guide investment and strategy.

Executive Communications

• Partner directly with Tulip's leadership team and the Office of the CEO to develop and refine their external voice and platform.
• Write and edit executive bylines, presentation and interview scripts, and LinkedIn posts that communicate Tulip's perspective on technology, operations, and innovation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify storytelling opportunities that elevate Tulip's leaders and showcase our thought leadership.

Public Relations and Thought Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive PR strategy that drives coverage and visibility across tier-1 media, analysts, and influencers.
• Craft compelling executive communications, press materials, and talking points for major launches and events.
• Collaborate with Tulip executives and subject-matter experts to produce thought leadership that advances our industry narrative.

Social Media and Digital Presence

• Contribute to Tulip's corporate social media program, particularly LinkedIn and YouTube, with strategies that build engagement and executive visibility.
• Manage campaign planning and content for key moments (product launches, events, partnerships, awards).
• Support Tulip's executive podcast, Augmented Ops, with content and media strategy that support brand and thought leadership themes.
• Use analytics and performance data to refine strategy and optimize outcomes.

Key Collaborators:

You'll work closely with other members of the marketing and product team, operations, Tulip SMEs, members of the executive team, and the CEO.

Working At Tulip

We know even great candidates experience imposter syndrome. Even if you don't match every requirement, applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. We're building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal well-being. Benefits of working with us include:

• Direct impact on product and culture
• Company equity
• Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Commuter Benefits, Parental Leave, and 401(K)
• Flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation policy
• Virtual company events and happy hours
• Fitness subsidies
• An inclusive, dog-friendly office with diverse and inspiring colleagues

We are an equal opportunity employer. At Tulip, we celebrate all. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Help us build an inclusive community that will transform frontline operations.

The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range posted, actual compensation will be determined depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge & skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, market compensation data, and internal equity. Expected compensation ranges for this role may change over time. The salary range for this position is $115,000 – $160,000 per year.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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