Oracle NetSuite is seeking an experienced communications leader. As a member of Oracle’s world class Global Communications organization, you’ll be a key player within the NetSuite and Oracle Global Communications teams. In this role, you will drive communications for the NetSuite brand globally, developing integrated programs combining earned, owned, paid and social in collaboration with the NetSuite leadership and Marketing team.

 

We are looking for a communications professional with exceptional writing and critical thinking skills, as well as experience leading integrated PR programs and media-centric, social by design campaigns. Must have proven track record of both developing plans/recommendations and executing. You should be a self-starter, results oriented, have a strong intellectual curiosity, be comfortable working within a highly matrixed, global organization and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, environment. A mix of agency and in-house experience is preferred. 

 

Responsibilities\: 

•         Develop subject matter expertise in NetSuite technology, issues that impact our business and the competitive landscape. 

•         Create and execute communications programs that amplify NetSuite’s customer, industry and product stories 

•         Proactively identify and develop content that aligns with the strategic priorities of the business. 

•         Have a passion for developing and executing media relations programs—building and maintaining reporter relationships, identifying story ideas, pitching stories and securing coverage. 

•         Provide communications support and counsel to global colleagues. 

•         Conceptualize, write and deliver long-form content such as press releases, contributed articles and op-eds. 

•         Work cross functionally with various teams at NetSuite and Oracle. 

•         Cultivate relationships with key industry influencers

 

Basic Requirements\:

•         BA/BS in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations preferred 

•         10 years of communications experience, including technology/product and thought leadership programs 

•         Experience in applications/cloud technology

•         Experience working with B2B and B2C brands preferred

•         Excellent writing, editing, and project management skills 

•         Ability to thrive under pressure 

•         Experience managing, leading teams

•         Position is based in Redwood Shores, CA or Santa Monica, CA

!|!Development of communication programs to promote Oracle's products & services.

Direct all marketing activities within the context of the overall corporate plan for the achievement of short and long term business objectives, increased profit and market control. Be an active member of the global Marketing team to ensure consistency of marketing campaigns and messages. Disseminate key corporate information to the line-of-business and geography operations pertaining to new product development/launches. Act as a liaison with management to ensure that marketing activities are in support of sales plans. Direct marketing resources and budget to be deployed using the most appropriate marketing mix for the line-of-business and/or geography. Ensure consistency between global directions and single-geography and/or line-of-business implementation choices. Implement and monitor advertising campaigns on a line-of-business and/or geographical basis. Maintain necessary contact with major suppliers, agencies, customers, industry associations and government representatives to achieve marketing objectives. Provide effective performance management\: set clear goals for all staff, provide regular feedback on performance and conduct a formal appraisal at the conclusion of the fiscal year. Manage the activities of the staff according to overall marketing strategies and budgets. Implement organizational changes in line with changing business & market needs.

Assists in the development of short, medium, and long term plans to achieve strategic objectives. Regularly interacts across functional areas with senior management or executives to ensure unit objectives are met. Software business management experience. Sales and Marketing experience in the IT industry. E-business Internet practical know-how. Professional credentials in Marketing, Academic credentials desirable. Past experience in Sales desirable.

Oracle is an Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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