Convoy is leading a movement in efficient freight and one of the fastest-growing startups in the US. We use technology and data to solve problems of waste and inefficiency in the $800B trucking industry which generates over 76M metric tons of wasted CO2 emissions a year from empty trucks. We connect shippers to carriers to move millions of truckloads, saving money for shippers, reducing hassle for carriers, and eliminating carbon waste for our planet. Thousands of customers like Anheuser-Busch, Carlisle, GE Appliance, and Unilever trust Convoy to lower costs, increase logistics insights, and achieve their carbon reduction targets.

This is your opportunity to help lead that movement and be part of a fast-growing marketing team that is literally helping to move the world forward. 

Our Head of Communications is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the VP of Global Marketing and Communication, working closely across the executive leadership team at Convoy. As the Head of Communications, you will establish a narrative and perception with customers while building a growing perception of momentum and thought leadership at scale across the industry.

Key responsibilities include: 

The top priority for our Head of Communications is leading your team and the organization at large to establish our thought leadership position through the press, analysts, and other industry influencers. You will own press strategy and coverage, drive analysts' recommendations and relations, serve as a strategic counsel to senior leaders regarding communications strategy. You will lead the organization’s public relations including building, sustaining and managing the organization’s reputation as seen and understood by the public. You will craft original content including executive presentations, board meetings, keynote sessions at internal and external events, blog posts, podcasts, social media posts, and other creative content. Taken together, you will own bringing Convoy’s story to life through a comprehensive mix of content and communication channels that resonates with our audiences.

Basic qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in communications and product marketing and brand management. 
• Experience leading and growing a high-performing team.
• BA / BS - Engineering or Business degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills - ability to use data to develop and measure marketing programs.
• Excellent cross-group collaboration skills, ability to impact outcomes in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Proven track record of effectively developing and implementing marketing plans that drive customer demand using a variety of Convoy marketing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to fully engage with technical teams and business teams and effectively manage customer expectations and resolve conflicts that balance client and company needs.

Convoy is an equal-opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you’re a passionate team player who wants to have an outsized impact on a diverse and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!