Amer Sports · 1 month ago
Senior Communications Manager, North America
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expAmer Sports is a global company seeking a Senior Communications Manager to join their Communications team in New York. The role involves building and protecting the company's reputation through media strategy, earned media relations, content creation, and crisis communication.
Consumer GoodsSporting GoodsSports
Responsibilities
Contribute to creating media strategies and plans, and their implementation, to strengthen Amer Sports’ reputation
Build and maintain strong relationships with media and relevant stakeholders
Manage media inquiries and draft responses
Develop and pitch compelling story ideas to media
Create and manage media kits, press releases, holding statements, and talking points
Support interviews, media training, and social media presence for senior leaders
Participate in media and issues monitoring, crisis communication, and issues management
Produce content for Amer Sports’ owned media channels
Collaborate with our communications agencies and other partners
Follow the operating and political environment in North America to anticipate and manage reputational risks
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in corporate communications, media relations, or public relations
Solid experience in working in an US-listed company and a global context
A degree in communications or a related field (Bachelor's or Master's)
Proven track record in earned media relations in North America
Familiarity with crisis communication and issues management
Knowledge of social media and digital communications tools
Excellent written and spoken English skills
Strong strategic thinking combined with proactive approach and hands-on execution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal skills – you are a strong team player who thrives in a global environment
Confidence to work with senior leaders
Ability to travel as needed
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision
401k with company match
Life insurance
Pre-tax transit discounts
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Smart casual dress
Discounts on quality products
Company
Amer Sports
Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Arc’teryx, Mavic, Suunto.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1B2025-05-28Post Ipo Secondary· $1.3B
2024-02-09Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2018-12-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Andrew Page
Chief Financial Officer
Sebastian Lund
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-12-30
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