Senior Public Affairs Manager

Supermicro

Senior Manager, Public Affairs developing and leading media relations strategies at Supermicro. Collaborating with various stakeholders to shape company advocacy and policy objectives.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and lead comprehensive media and advocacy strategies for Supermicro’s reputational and policy priorities.
Serve as a trusted advisor on external narrative.
Build integrated external affairs campaigns that mobilize media/reporters, third-party validators, coalition partners, and grasstops advocates.
Monitor state and federal legislation, regulation, and policy developments.
Collaborate with marketing, communications and relevant departments on public affairs policy outreach efforts.
Cultivate relationships with beat reporters with Senior Director of Government Affairs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, government relations, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressively responsible public relations experience, including 4+ years in public policy, advocacy, government relations, external affairs, or similar roles.
Experience working with media covering public policy, advocacy, technology, and/or politics, with a proven track record of securing major coverage.
Thorough knowledge of best practices for external affairs and reputation management.
Exceptional writing and communications skills.
Strategic thinker and self-motivated project manager.
Ability to work effectively and aid Senior Director of Government Affairs on daily activities and projects.
Discretion in managing confidential and sensitive matters.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Potential for bonuses and equity award programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

public relationsadvocacygovernment relationsexternal affairsmedia relationsreputation managementpublic policycommunicationsjournalismproject management

Soft Skills

strategic thinkingself-motivationwriting skillscommunication skillsrelationship buildingdiscretioncollaborationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree