North America PR Manager

Drive North America PR to differentiate SUSE, elevate AI visibility, and align global media and partner storytelling.

• Lead integrated PR campaigns and media programs across North America aligned to business goals.
• 5+ years in B2B/software PR with strong media and influencer relationships.
• Coach executives and ghostwrite data-backed messaging for interviews and keynotes.
• Integrated Campaign Leadership: Develop and execute PR strategies that align with North American business goals and increase AI visibility.
• Category Creation: Use PR for differentiation through original research, byline articles, and podcast placements.
• Event & Program Management: Create and manage media programs at SUSECON, KubeCon NA, and AWS re:Invent.
• Media Relations: Build Tier-1 journalist and influencer network to secure high-value placements.
• Broader Influencer Support: Partner with AR and content teams to influence influencers and firm reports.
• Partner Communications: Own relationships with strategic SUSE partners’ communications teams to surface hero stories.
• Predictive Reputation Management: Detect newsjacking opportunities and brand threats in real-time.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven experience in a similar B2B and/or software PR role, with a track record of creating impactful thought leadership strategies and driving brand awareness.
• Strong relationships with media and influencers. The ability to create compelling communications materials and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Location: Based in the United States. Remote work but travel to events and priority meetings is required.
• Flawless writing and editing skills.

Preferred

• Background in journalism preferred or samples of work to be provided on request.

Benefits

• US benefits include a comprehensive medical plan, life and disability insurance, 401k, Employee Assistance Programme and generous paid time off and leave policies.