Director Of Media Relations And Corporate Communications

Houston, TX, United States

Job Description


JOB DESCRIPTION

Company: PCS Software, Inc.

Position: Director of Media Relations and Corporate Communications

Reports to: Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

Work Location: 2103 Citywest Blvd., Houston, Texas 77042 (This is a 5-day a week on-site position with no options for remote working.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This is an exceptional opportunity for the newly created Director of Media Relations and Corporate Communications position.

Working at PCS is about enabling real-time logistics using artificial intelligence in the movement of goods with shippers including Tysons Food, Perdue, Zurn, Ardagh Group, and Mount Olive as well as carriers that include Cargo Solutions. In 2022 PCS managed millions of loads on hundreds-of thousands of private fleet, dedicated, Class 8 trucks and carrier platforms to millions of originations and destination end points.

Join our strong and focused PCS team and embark on an exciting journey to design and develop novel AI derived cloud, mobile, and AI system, for deployment in transportation and logistics sectors all around North America.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As the Director of Media Relations and Corporate Communications, you will be a team of one, responsible for setting the bar, helping to establish the brand, and drive the inspiration of PCS onto an international stage. You will lead and unify all communications for PCS through network, print, social, presentation, via all analog and digital means. As the leader of Media Relations and Corporate Communications, you will manage media relations, develop messaging for the C-suite executives, create strategic content for external distribution, and establish a media platform by which the PCS brand will be recognized by 4 of 5 companies in our target market.

The Director of Media Relations and Corporate Communications will be tasked with expanding and automating a media network to support PCS Software\'s rapid growth and scale. Working with internal subject matter experts and senior executives, including the CEO and CRO, the media and communications department will interact with media covering the company while creating content that supports the company\'s vision, values, and strategic goals.

THE COMPANY:

is an AI-driven transportation management platform leader fielding disruptive innovation for mid-to-large sized enterprise shippers, carriers, and brokers in the United States and Canada. Cloud-based, API-integrated, PCS Software automates the entire transportation logistics operation via a single, comprehensive solution. The PCS platform delivers powerful functionality to manage rate and route optimization, mode selection, dispatch/tendering, carrier, fleet management, and more.

PCS\' AI-Platform Prime Express currently holds two patents with additional in application. Prime Express delivers optimizations not-before seen in Supply Chain Logistics that delivers customers guaranteed time and money savings while enabling them free capacity to drive greater revenues year-on year. This patented platform opens a much greater return for our current customers like Perdue Farms, KeHe, Tyson Foods, and Ardagh Group.

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THE INVESTORS:

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is a Houston, Texas based private equity firm investing in owner-managed, lower middle market companies. CapStreet targets companies operating in industrial and outsourced business service sectors, including tech enabled services and software businesses. CapStreet\'s approach is to partner with strong management teams with the goal of building out corporate infrastructure, accelerate growth and profitability creating long term sustainable businesses.

Why Join PCS?

PCS Software, Inc. rewards your hard work with excellent opportunities for career growth and personal development. If you want to be the newest member of a vibrant group of energized technology leaders in an innovative and entrepreneurial environment, then apply online today to start building solutions that customers will love to use and join a company that truly rewards your hard work and values your talented contributions. If you would like to compete for this highly sought-after position, please submit your resume to employment@pcssoft.com.

PCS Software, Inc. is considered one of the best places to work because of our competitive compensation plans, comprehensive benefits plan with 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents, 401k with a 4% match, generous PTO package, a truly creative and fun working environment, complementary food/beverages in the office, paid training and development opportunities, paid gym/fitness facility membership, employee recognition programs, and amazing opportunities for career growth and personal development.

Work Authorization

PCS Software, Inc. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

This job description provides many examples of the types of responsibilities required but is in not intended to be a comprehensive list. The incumbent will complete other job responsibilities as needed which are not specifically described in this document.

PCS Software, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

We thank all respondents for their interest in PCS Software, Inc. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To view additional information on PCS Software, Inc., please visit our website at .

No calls or agencies please.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:

  • Media planning, purchasing, and communications.
  • Establish PCS brand as known and preferred by 80% of PCS\' Target Market.
  • Establish C-suite communication tracts within their functional market segments.
  • Coordinate media events, surveys, and forums for PCS market messaging.
  • Coordinate, write, and deliver press releases, talking points, and presentation materials.
  • Work with the Marketing team to develop on-point content, messaging, and materials.
  • As the brand ambassador ensure absolute consistency across all mediums and messaging.
  • Oversee media and digital content strategy for company hosted and participated events.
  • Travel as necessary to trade shows, events, and association meetings in support of the PCS brand.
  • Monitor, facilitate, and further PCS access into the international supply chain logistics market.
  • Manage and coordinate all medial related webinars.
SUCCESS CRITERIA:
  • Establish PCS as a known Brand in 80%+ of all surveyed Target Market prospects.
  • Established experience in national and international media, agencies, and PR networks.
  • Cultural fit / High EQ: Ability to work well with the PCS Leadership Team.
  • Implement constructive changes as needed.
  • SaaS software industry experience preferred.
  • Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) / Logistics or FreightTech preferred.
  • Demonstrated track record of identifying, sourcing, managing, and delivering world-class media content to further a known brand.
  • Undergraduate business degree in Marketing or Public Relations is required, MBA preferred.
KEY ATTRIBUTES AND PERSONAL CHARACTER:
  • Matches PCS\' employee-chosen mantra, No Excuses, Just Results.
  • High Integrity
  • Say-Do Ratio
  • Self-Initiative
  • Fierce Competitor
  • Natural Leader
  • TEAM we, not me.
  • Can Do, Positive attitude.
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PCS Software, Inc.

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  • Job Id
    JD4318891
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Houston, TX, United States
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