Manager - Content Strategy (Top-of-Funnel)

S&C Electric Company • Chicago, IL

2d • $116,534 - $154,413 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! Hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $116,534 - $154,413.38. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria. Join Our Team as a Manager - Content Strategy ( Top-of Funnel) ! This role leads the development of content strategies that drive top-of-funnel engagement, build product awareness, and attract new audiences. The ideal candidate is a strategic storyteller who understands how to position products and solutions in a way that resonates with early-stage buyers and influencers. This role also includes managing a team of content creators and strategists to execute high-impact campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Technical Writing, English, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in marketing communication, product marketing, or marketing operations.
• Proven experience working in technically complex industries.
• Knowledge of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Experience and proficiency in proofing and editing content, as well as visual storytelling.
• Expertise in project management and a high proficiency for managing multiple projects simultaneously with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage direct reports and coach/edit work for corporate voice, messaging, structure, visuals, and best practices of communications channels.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership and B2B experience a plus.
• Marketing Automation experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute content strategies that support demand generation and product awareness across digital channels.
• Lead and mentor a team of content strategists and writers to deliver cohesive and engaging content.
• Create educational and thought leadership content including blogs, videos, infographics, social media, and webinars.
• Collaborate with product marketing, subject matter experts, and company leaders to align messaging with buyer pain points and industry trends.
• Contribute to an integrated marketing strategy and own and align the editorial calendar for top-of-funnel initiatives tied to product launches, seasonal campaigns, and audience segments.
• Optimize content for SEO and discoverability to increase organic reach and engagement.
• Track, test, and measure content performance and refine messaging and formats..
• Partner with external agencies, influencers, and analysts to amplify reach and credibility.
• Develop and manage budgets for key product lines
• Commit to understanding the power industry and S&C’s solutions, and apply knowledge of customer challenges and S&C’s unique differentiators
• Build strong partnerships across the Marketing department and with outside vendors
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager