Senior Product Marketing Manager, Content Initiative

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SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE…

As a Product Marketing Manager with Content Marketing focus for Portworx, the Cloud Native Business Unit of Pure Storage, you are responsible for ideating and developing  content to drive thought-leadership and pipeline for Portworx.

This position combines the innovativeness of a writer and editor with the practical focus of a project manager. You should be able to work with internal and external teams to suggest ideas for themes and stories, including SEO activities such as keyword strategy, content strategy and link building activities.  The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and writing skills. Responsibilities include planning and managing content development cycles; writing, editing and producing SEO-rich content, rich media and social content; and advising and making recommendations regarding strategies for engaging audiences through written and digital assets. 

What will you do? 

• Understand our industry and broader marketing team’s goals and recommend content angles and channels that will result in engagement across our marketing channels

• Work with editorial and marketing teams to drive SEO focus in content strategy and creation
• Develop content plans that includes deadline schedule, content outlines, and audience calls to action
• Support demand generation activities through a facilitated content pipeline
• Execute on plan by writing and/or assigning articles, video and/or social content; editing; managing review cycles; incorporating changes; reviewing staged content, proofreading, and authorizing content for publication.
• Copyedit content and maintain standards of voice, tone, and quality for various communications mediums
• Develop headlines, pull quotes, direct-mail copy, and other types of content as needed
• Manage editorial schedules for on-time delivery as needed

Your Qualifications

• Experience/background/understanding of  Kubernetes/Containers/Data Management market and products is a definite plus
• Proven SEO experience and a track record of success growing organic search traffic and conversions
• Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in SEO and inbound marketing
• Independent work style, ability to plan and execute with minimal direction
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including clear client communication, sharp editorial instincts, and copyediting proficiency
• The successful candidate will understand how to navigate diplomatically in complex environments, build consensus through influence rather than authority, and work collaboratively across teams
• Proven ability to follow and shape stories at various stages of development; keen judgment of unique angles and newsworthiness of editorial
• Project management skills; ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple project schedules
• Comfortable collaborating with others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy a diversity of tasks and projects

 

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Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.

 

Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.

 

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.

 

PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY.

Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.

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