Our Company

We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks ­– can focus on achieving the incredible with data.   

If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth.  We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.

The team

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced Sales Communications Manager to join our small but mighty team of Comms professionals chartered to drive thought leadership, increase executive voice, influence company culture and support business growth. You’ll lead and execute the communication strategy for our global Sales team, a fantastic opportunity to help this critical function stay informed, aligned, motivated and successful in selling the HV portfolio of data infrastructure solutions.

This pivotal role calls for a dynamic individual eager to partner with sales leaders, align communication strategies with business goals, and collaborate across a complex global ecosystem. Do all that while maintaining your commitment to quality, speed and your sense of humor and you will fit right into this Communications team. Our ideal candidate will have a track record in sales communications and programs, and excel in content development, project management, and cross-regional and departmental collaboration to drive business growth.

 

The role

Develop a Communication Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive sales communication strategies to enhance sales effectiveness, align messaging with corporate objectives, and ensure the sales team has the resources needed to succeed.  Ensure alignment and cadence with company internal communications. Content Creation & Management: Create, curate, and manage sales communications materials including emails, presentations, playbooks, case studies, product solutions and services messaging, newsletters, and sales enablement assets. Ensure that content is clear, compelling, and tailored to support the sales process. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with product marketing, sales enablement, product and services, and executive teams to align messaging with product and services offerings, market positioning, and strategic goals. Act as a key communication link between sales and marketing. Support Sales Training & Enablement: Partner with the Sales and Partner Enablement teams to communicate the programs, tools, and results to keep the sales team informed of new products, services, and company initiatives. Support product and services launches by communicating relevant sales and partner enablement materials and facilitating effective communication channels. Performance Analytics & Feedback: Monitor and assess the effectiveness of sales communications initiatives, gathering feedback from the sales team and stakeholders to make data-driven improvements. Report on the impact of communication efforts on sales productivity and engagement. Manage Communications Channels: Oversee internal communication channels, including email, intranet, and collaboration platforms, to ensure timely and effective communication with the sales team. Partner with HR and IT to ensure the correct distribution lists and communication operating models are set-up and managed for communication efficiency and effectiveness. 

 

What you’ll bring

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus. 5+ years of experience in sales communications, marketing, or a related role, preferably within a B2B or high-growth environment. Strong understanding of sales processes, sales enablement, and communication best practices. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, engaging content for different audiences. Proven experience managing cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders across departments. Proficiency with CRM and communication platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Slack, Microsoft Teams) is a plus. Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive strategic decisions. Require must be a U.S. Citizen and/or Green Card Holder applicants only. 

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and problem-solving Influencing capabilities Strong project management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Collaborative mindset with leadership capabilities Adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is:

Tier One Location (including New York City and California Bay Area): $102,300-$175,000

Tier Two Location (including Colorado, Seattle, and the rest of California): $88,900 - $160,000

Tier Three Location (including the rest of Washington State): $71,000 – $146,000

 

The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.

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About us

We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential.

Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion   

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are integral to our culture and identity. Diverse thinking, a commitment to allyship, and a culture of empowerment help us achieve powerful results. We want you to be you, with all the ideas, lived experience, and fresh perspective that brings. We support your uniqueness and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our team.   

How we look after you  

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.   

We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.