Communications Specialist

Company: Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Location: Eden
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

We re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.POSITION SUMMARYThis role will manage and execute internal and external communications and local community engagement activities for select manufacturing locations. This work will bridge corporate-level strategic communication priorities with local-level activations to improve Purina s employee experience and enhance our reputation in our factory communities. The new factory communications specialists will serve as the primary points-of-contact for all communications and community engagement opportunities on behalf of the local factory team.This position will engage with a variety of groups within the larger Purina organization to strengthen, streamline or optimize earned media and storytelling opportunities as well as community engagement efforts, including: Digital Manufacturing, Employment Branding, Safety & Training, Employee Experience, Talent Acquisition, Government Affairs, Marketing and more.Primary ResponsibilitiesCommunity engagement, employee communications, and external communications.Evaluate and establish partnerships with community organizations to reinforce our commitment to the local markets.Engage with local technical and trade schools to promote Purina as an employer of choice and strengthen participation in Apprenticeship. program offeringsDevelop and deploy local communications strategy and create written, video and visual content for the factoryHelp uphold our high employee engagement standards by assisting with deployment of employee value proposition, promoting employee recognition programs, and planning for factory celebrations.Identify, develop, and pitch compelling stories to local news outlets to generate positive news coverage in the community and region.Develop strategy to drive manufacturing thought leadership storiesLead local activations as required.RequirementsEducation:Bachelor s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related area.Experience:1+ years of work experience in communications, marketing, or other relevant function.Ability to write concise and compelling stories for a variety of audiences.Comfortable serving as company spokesperson for local market news media opportunities.The approximate pay range for this position is $57,000 to $83,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more atAbout Us -Nestl Careers (nestlejobs.com)REQUISITION ID:275058It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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